Serving 20 students in grades 6-12, Desert Willow 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 66%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Willow J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Desert Willow J-shs's student population of 20 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desert Willow J-shs is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)21-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)60-79%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
45%
Black
25%
12%
White
40%
27%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
8%
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 schools are Desert Willow J-shs often compared to?
Desert Willow J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Miley Achievement Ctr J-shs, Variety J-shs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NV state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Willow J-shs?
The graduation rate of Desert Willow J-shs is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Desert Willow J-shs?
20 students attend Desert Willow J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Desert Willow J-shs students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Desert Willow J-shs offer ?
Desert Willow J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Willow J-shs part of?
Desert Willow J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Willow J-shs located?
Desert Willow 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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