At a glance
Reported students
145
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
0.11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
1,318.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
11–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nevada high enrollment
34th percentile
Compared with 148 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
695
Nevada State High School Southwest: 145 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
1,318.2:1 reported; state peer median 21.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 121
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Student–teacher ratio
- 121:1
What the reported data says about Nevada State High School Southwest
Nevada State High School Southwest is a public high school serving grades 11–12 in Las Vegas. It is one of 86 current school records connected to State Sponsored Charter Schools. NCES reports 145 students for 2024–25.
Among 148 high schools in Nevada with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 334.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 34th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 1,318.2:1, above the Nevada median of 21.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (27.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (24.1%). English learners represent 6.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 1.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Nevada State High School Southwest
- 1How do the reported 1,318.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 0.11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 1.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 37.2%
- Lunch program
- No
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White17.2%
- Hispanic24.1%
- Black27.6%
- Asian20.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial10.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in State Sponsored Charter Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Virtual
High · Grades 06–12
147 reported students
Nevada State High School Northwest
High · Grades 11–12
126 reported students
Nevada State High School Henderson
High · Grades 11–12
182 reported students
Southern Nevada Trades High School
High · Grades 09–12
182 reported students
Nevada State High School Summerlin
High · Grades 11–12
101 reported students
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson
High · Grades 11–12
100 reported students
Public schools near Nevada State High School Southwest
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista HS High · Clark County | 09–12 | 3,255 | 1.4 mi |
| Durango HS High · Clark County | 09–12 | 2,322 | 1.6 mi |
| Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS High · Clark County | 09–12 | 1,600 | 2.3 mi |
| Beacon Academy of Nevada High · Charter · State Sponsored Charter Schools | 09–12 | 928 | 3.2 mi |
| Spring Valley HS High · Clark County | 09–12 | 2,641 | 3.5 mi |
| Burk Horizon-Southwest Sunset HS High · Clark County | 09–12 | 24 | 4.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Nevada State High School Southwest
What grades does Nevada State High School Southwest serve?
Nevada State High School Southwest reports grades 11–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in State Sponsored Charter Schools.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Southwest?
Nevada State High School Southwest reported 145 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 34th percentile among 148 Nevada high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 121 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Nevada State High School Southwest?
The calculated ratio is 1,318.2:1, based on 145 students and 0.11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nevada median for the same school level is 21.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Nevada State High School Southwest a public, charter, or magnet school?
Nevada State High School Southwest is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Nevada State High School Southwest students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
37.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Nevada State High School Southwest in?
Nevada State High School Southwest is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools, based in Carson City, NV, which operates 86 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Nevada State High School Southwest?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Sierra Vista HS (1.4 mi), Durango HS (1.6 mi), Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS (2.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.