Las Vegas High School is a public high school in Sunrise Manor, Nevada, part of the Clark County School District. It is the oldest high school in Las Vegas and originally opened 120 years ago in 1905 on what was then the outskirts of town.
Serving 2,552 students in grades 9-12, Las Vegas 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Vegas High School's student population of 2,552 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Las Vegas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Vegas High School is 0.46, 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
#586 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
72%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Las Vegas High School Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Vegas High School's ranking?
Las Vegas High School is ranked #586 out of 692 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Las Vegas High School?
The graduation rate of Las Vegas High School is 93%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Las Vegas High School?
2,552 students attend Las Vegas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Las Vegas High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Vegas High School?
Las Vegas High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Las Vegas High School offer ?
Las Vegas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Vegas High School part of?
Las Vegas High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Vegas High School located?
Las Vegas High School is located in the Orchards neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchards.
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