Cheyenne High School is a high school in North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The school was built in 1991, with an adjacent four portable classrooms, in North Las Vegas, a rapidly growing suburban middle class community.
Serving 2,004 students in grades 9-12, Cheyenne 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 4% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,004 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cheyenne High School's student population of 2,004 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,004 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cheyenne 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 Cheyenne High School is 0.63, 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
#677 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
54%
45%
Black
27%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Desert Shield
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheyenne High School's ranking?
Cheyenne High School is ranked #677 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cheyenne High School often compared to?
Cheyenne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cheyenne High School?
The graduation rate of Cheyenne High School is 78%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Cheyenne High School?
2,004 students attend Cheyenne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cheyenne High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheyenne High School?
Cheyenne High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Cheyenne High School offer ?
Cheyenne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheyenne High School part of?
Cheyenne High School is part of Clark County School District.
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