Serving 37 students in grades 6-12, Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs's student population of 37 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is 0.61, 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
#138 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
45%
Black
51%
12%
White
8%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs's ranking?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is ranked #138 out of 692 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 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs?
The graduation rate of Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is 10%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs?
37 students attend Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs offer ?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs part of?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs located?
Clark County Detention Ctr 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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