Valley High School is a public school located in Las Vegas, Nevada that also offers three widely recognized magnet programs: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Middle Years Programme, ...
Serving 2,466 students in grades 9-12, 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 7% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 2,466 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
25
School Motto
TOGETHER WE RISE....WITH VIKING PRIDE!
School Rankings
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 Valley High School is 0.48, 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
#650 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
70%
45%
Black
17%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #650 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Pines High School, Las Vegas Academy Of The Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 82%, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
2,466 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valley High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.
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