Serving 196 students in grades 6-12, Sandy Valley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Valley J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandy Valley J-shs's student population of 196 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Sandy Valley 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 Sandy Valley 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
#446 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
52%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
35%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sandy Valley J-shs's ranking?
Sandy Valley J-shs is ranked #446 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Valley J-shs?
The graduation rate of Sandy Valley J-shs is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sandy Valley J-shs?
196 students attend Sandy Valley J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sandy Valley J-shs students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Valley J-shs?
Sandy Valley J-shs has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Sandy Valley J-shs offer ?
Sandy Valley J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Valley J-shs part of?
Sandy Valley J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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