Yerington High School is a public high school in Yerington, Nevada, United States, a town southeast of Carson City, Nevada. Hundreds of students are enrolled as of 2020.
Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Yerington 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yerington High School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Yerington 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 Yerington High School 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
#670 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
41%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yerington High School's ranking?
Yerington High School is ranked #670 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yerington High School?
The graduation rate of Yerington High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Yerington High School?
408 students attend Yerington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Yerington High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yerington High School?
Yerington High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Yerington High School offer ?
Yerington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yerington High School part of?
Yerington High School is part of Lyon School District.
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