Serving 2,084 students in grades 9-12, Eldorado 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 6% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 2,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eldorado High School's student population of 2,084 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eldorado 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 Eldorado High School is 0.39, 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
#652 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
77%
44%
Black
10%
12%
White
8%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
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 Eldorado High School's ranking?
Eldorado High School is ranked #652 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eldorado High School?
The graduation rate of Eldorado High School is 88%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Eldorado High School?
2,084 students attend Eldorado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Eldorado High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eldorado High School?
Eldorado High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Eldorado High School offer ?
Eldorado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eldorado High School part of?
Eldorado High School is part of Clark County School District.
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