Serving 8 students in grades 6-12, Desert Willow 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 66%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Willow J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Desert Willow J-shs's student population of 8 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desert Willow J-shs is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)21-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)60-79%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
44%
Black
37%
12%
White
25%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
25%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Desert Willow J-shs often compared to?
Desert Willow J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Miley Achievement Ctr J-shs, Variety J-shs, Stewart Helen J by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NV state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Willow J-shs?
The graduation rate of Desert Willow J-shs is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Desert Willow J-shs?
8 students attend Desert Willow J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Desert Willow J-shs students are Black, 25% of students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Desert Willow J-shs offer ?
Desert Willow J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Desert Willow J-shs part of?
Desert Willow J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Willow J-shs located?
Desert Willow J-shs is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 28 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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