Serving 573 students in grades 9-12, Moapa Valley High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moapa Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Moapa Valley High School's student population of 573 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moapa Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moapa Valley High School is 0.40, 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
#158 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
19%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moapa Valley High School's ranking?
Moapa Valley High School is ranked #158 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Moapa Valley High School?
573 students attend Moapa Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Moapa Valley High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moapa Valley High School?
Moapa Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Moapa Valley High School offer ?
Moapa Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moapa Valley High School part of?
Moapa Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.
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