Serving 2,144 students in grades 9-12, Edward C. Reed High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward C. Reed High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Edward C. Reed High School's student population of 2,144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward C. Reed High School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward C. Reed High School is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#230 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
40%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
41%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Edward C. Reed High School's ranking?
Edward C. Reed High School is ranked #230 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Edward C. Reed High School often compared to?
Edward C. Reed High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damonte Ranch High School, Spanish Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edward C. Reed High School?
The graduation rate of Edward C. Reed High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Edward C. Reed High School?
2,144 students attend Edward C. Reed High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Edward C. Reed High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward C. Reed High School?
Edward C. Reed High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Edward C. Reed High School offer ?
Edward C. Reed High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edward C. Reed High School part of?
Edward C. Reed High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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