Serving 145 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Southwest ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Southwest's student population of 145 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest 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 Southwest is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
24%
46%
Black
28%
12%
White
17%
26%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada State High School Southwest's ranking?
Nevada State High School Southwest is ranked #113 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Southwest?
145 students attend Nevada State High School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Nevada State High School Southwest students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Nevada State High School Southwest offer ?
Nevada State High School Southwest offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nevada State High School Southwest part of?
Nevada State High School Southwest is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools.
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