Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, Virginia City 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 24% 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: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Virginia City High School's student population of 150 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia City 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 Virginia City 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
#168 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
76%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Virginia City High School's ranking?
Virginia City High School is ranked #168 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Virginia City High School often compared to?
Virginia City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton High School, Carson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virginia City High School?
The graduation rate of Virginia City High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Virginia City High School?
150 students attend Virginia City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Virginia City High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia City High School?
Virginia City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Virginia City High School offer ?
Virginia City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Virginia City High School part of?
Virginia City High School is part of Storey County School District.
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