Serving 131 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Southwest ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Southwest's student population of 131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Southwest is 0.80, which is more 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
#73 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
27%
44%
Black
17%
12%
White
26%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada State High School Southwest's ranking?
Nevada State High School Southwest is ranked #73 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Southwest?
131 students attend Nevada State High School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Nevada State High School Southwest students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Southwest offer ?
Nevada State High School Southwest offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Southwest part of?
Nevada State High School Southwest is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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