Serving 1,349 students in grades 9-12, Pahrump Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pahrump Valley High School's student population of 1,349 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Pahrump Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pahrump Valley High School is 0.62, 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
#513 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
45%
Black
4%
12%
White
52%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Pahrump Valley High School's ranking?
Pahrump Valley High School is ranked #513 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pahrump Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pahrump Valley High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Pahrump Valley High School?
1,349 students attend Pahrump Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pahrump Valley High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pahrump Valley High School?
Pahrump Valley High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pahrump Valley High School offer ?
Pahrump Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pahrump Valley High School part of?
Pahrump Valley High School is part of Nye School District.
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