Serving 2,330 students in grades 9-12, Durango High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durango High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durango High School's student population of 2,330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durango High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durango High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
42%
44%
Black
19%
12%
White
17%
28%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durango High School's ranking?
Durango High School is ranked #540 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Durango High School often compared to?
Durango High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durango High School?
The graduation rate of Durango High School is 86%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
2,330 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Durango High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durango High School?
Durango High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Durango High School offer ?
Durango High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Durango High School part of?
Durango High School is part of Clark County School District.
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