Serving 2,994 students in grades 9-12, Rancho 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rancho High School's student population of 2,994 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Rancho High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho High School is 0.38, 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
#456 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
78%
45%
Black
9%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
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 Rancho High School's ranking?
Rancho High School is ranked #456 out of 692 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho High School is 94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Rancho High School?
2,994 students attend Rancho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rancho High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho High School?
Rancho High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Rancho High School offer ?
Rancho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rancho High School part of?
Rancho High School is part of Clark County School District.
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