Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Adult Education
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Adult Education
Total Students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Douglas County Adult School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
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18:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
48%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
42%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Douglas County Adult School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Douglas County Adult School offer ?
Douglas County Adult School offers enrollment in grades Adult Education
What school district is Douglas County Adult School part of?
Douglas County Adult School is part of Douglas County School District.
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