Serving 154 students in grades 6-12, Peterson Academic Center 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peterson Academic Center J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Peterson Academic Center J-shs's student population of 154 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
School Rankings
Peterson Academic Center J-shs 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 Peterson Academic Center J-shs is 0.64, 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
#681 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
37%
45%
Black
47%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterson Academic Center J-shs's ranking?
Peterson Academic Center J-shs is ranked #681 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peterson Academic Center J-shs?
The graduation rate of Peterson Academic Center J-shs is 21-39%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Peterson Academic Center J-shs?
154 students attend Peterson Academic Center J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Peterson Academic Center J-shs students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson Academic Center J-shs?
Peterson Academic Center J-shs has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Peterson Academic Center J-shs offer ?
Peterson Academic Center J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peterson Academic Center J-shs part of?
Peterson Academic Center J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Peterson Academic Center J-shs located?
Peterson Academic Center J-shs is located in the La Madre Foothills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in La Madre Foothills.
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