Serving 6 students in grades 9-12, Gabbs 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 64%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gabbs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gabbs High School's student population of 6 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gabbs High School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
33%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
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
100%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% NV state average).
How many students attend Gabbs High School?
6 students attend Gabbs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gabbs High School students are White, and 33% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Gabbs High School offer ?
Gabbs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gabbs High School part of?
Gabbs High School is part of Nye County School District.
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