Serving 152 students in grades 6-12, George Whittell 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Whittell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George Whittell High School's student population of 152 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Whittell 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 George Whittell 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#307 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
25%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
63%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Whittell High School's ranking?
George Whittell High School is ranked #307 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are George Whittell High School often compared to?
George Whittell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tahoe High School, Douglas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Whittell High School?
The graduation rate of George Whittell High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend George Whittell High School?
152 students attend George Whittell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of George Whittell High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Whittell High School?
George Whittell High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does George Whittell High School offer ?
George Whittell High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is George Whittell High School part of?
George Whittell High School is part of Douglas County School District.
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