Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Mcdermitt High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdermitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcdermitt High School's student population of 36 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mcdermitt High School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
19:1
American Indian
89%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
3%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
3%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcdermitt High School?
The graduation rate of Mcdermitt High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mcdermitt High School?
36 students attend Mcdermitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mcdermitt High School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdermitt High School?
Mcdermitt High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mcdermitt High School offer ?
Mcdermitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdermitt High School part of?
Mcdermitt High School is part of Humboldt School District.
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