Serving 330 students in grades 6-12, Laughlin J-shs 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 14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laughlin J-shs's student population of 330 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laughlin J-shs 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 Laughlin J-shs is 0.67, 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
#541 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
40%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
40%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laughlin J-shs's ranking?
Laughlin J-shs is ranked #541 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laughlin J-shs?
The graduation rate of Laughlin J-shs is 80-89%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Laughlin J-shs?
330 students attend Laughlin J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Laughlin J-shs students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laughlin J-shs?
Laughlin J-shs has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Laughlin J-shs offer ?
Laughlin J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laughlin J-shs part of?
Laughlin J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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