Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Pahranagat Valley 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pahranagat Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pahranagat Valley High School's student population of 98 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pahranagat Valley 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 Pahranagat Valley High School is 0.22, 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
#259 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
28%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Pahranagat Valley High School's ranking?
Pahranagat Valley High School is ranked #259 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pahranagat Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pahranagat Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Pahranagat Valley High School?
98 students attend Pahranagat Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pahranagat Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pahranagat Valley High School?
Pahranagat Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pahranagat Valley High School offer ?
Pahranagat Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pahranagat Valley High School part of?
Pahranagat Valley High School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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