Serving 8 students in grades 7-12, Jacobsen High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacobsen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jacobsen High School's student population of 8 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacobsen High School 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 Jacobsen High School is 0.69, 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
#113 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
50%
29%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacobsen High School's ranking?
Jacobsen High School 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacobsen High School?
The graduation rate of Jacobsen High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Jacobsen High School?
8 students attend Jacobsen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jacobsen High School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Hawaiian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Jacobsen High School offer ?
Jacobsen High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jacobsen High School part of?
Jacobsen High School is part of Douglas County School District.
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