Serving 122 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Northwest ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Northwest's student population of 122 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Northwest ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Northwest is 0.75, 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
#91 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
31%
45%
Black
9%
12%
White
33%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
20%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada State High School Northwest's ranking?
Nevada State High School Northwest is ranked #91 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Nevada State High School Northwest often compared to?
Nevada State High School Northwestis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Sky Pointe, Founders Academy Of Las Vegas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Northwest?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Northwest is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Northwest?
122 students attend Nevada State High School Northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Nevada State High School Northwest students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Northwest offer ?
Nevada State High School Northwest offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nevada State High School Northwest part of?
Nevada State High School Northwest is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Nevada State High School Northwest located?
Nevada State High School Northwest is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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