Serving 1,239 students in grades 9-12, Fernley 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 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernley High School's student population of 1,239 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernley High School 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 Fernley High School is 0.56, 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
#409 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
28%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
60%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernley High School's ranking?
Fernley High School is ranked #409 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Fernley High School often compared to?
Fernley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Stage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fernley High School?
The graduation rate of Fernley High School is 85%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Fernley High School?
1,239 students attend Fernley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fernley High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Fernley High School offer ?
Fernley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fernley High School part of?
Fernley High School is part of Lyon County School District.
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