Esmeralda Virtual High School serves 16 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esmeralda Virtual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Esmeralda Virtual High School's student population of 16 students has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Esmeralda Virtual High School is 0.54, 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
n/a
18:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
56%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
79%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Esmeralda Virtual High School?
16 students attend Esmeralda Virtual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Esmeralda Virtual High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Esmeralda Virtual High School offer ?
Esmeralda Virtual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Esmeralda Virtual High School part of?
Esmeralda Virtual High School is part of Esmeralda County School District.
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