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West Las Vegas High School

High School · WEST LAS VEGAS

157 MORENO ST, Las Vegas, NM 87701

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#436 of 864

In Las Vegas

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

WEST LAS VEGAS

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West Las Vegas High School

6.2/10

High School in Las Vegas · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wlv Family Partnership

5.9/10

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West Las Vegas Middle School

6.0/10

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About West Las Vegas High School

West Las Vegas High School is a public high school in Las Vegas, NM, part of WEST LAS VEGAS. West Las Vegas High School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Las Vegas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for West Las Vegas High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at West Las Vegas High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,994
Chronic Absenteeism44.1%

West Las Vegas High School — Students at West Las Vegas High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
3%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
2%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
2%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How West Las Vegas High School Compares

See how West Las Vegas High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NM
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

Location

157 MORENO ST, Las Vegas, NM 87701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Las Vegas High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE ARMAND HAMMER UNITED WORLD COLLEGE (rated 7.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Montezuma), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNITED WORLD COLLEGE (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Montezuma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERTSON HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WLV FAMILY PARTNERSHIP Las Vegas 0.1 mi 5.9
WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Las Vegas 0.2 mi 6.0
TONY SERNA JR. ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 0.4 mi 7.5
DON CECILIO MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 0.4 mi 5.7
UNION ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 0.8 mi 4.9
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Las Vegas 0.8 mi 7.0
ROBERTSON HIGH Las Vegas 0.9 mi 6.7
LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 1.0 mi 7.4
RIO GALLINAS SCHOOL Las Vegas 1.1 mi 3.0
LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 1.9 mi 6.7
SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 2.0 mi 8.3
UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma 5.5 mi 7.8
THE ARMAND HAMMER UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma 5.5 mi 7.9
MIKE SENA ELEMENTARY Las Vegas 13.0 mi 7.7
VALLEY ELEMENTARY Ribera 22.4 mi 6.0
VALLEY MIDDLE Ribera 22.4 mi
MORA HIGH Mora 26.9 mi 4.5
LAZARO LARRY GARCIA MIDDLE Mora 27.0 mi 5.1
MORA ELEMENTARY Mora 27.1 mi 5.3
ANTON CHICO MIDDLE Anton Chico 27.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,115

Median Home Value

$169,000

Median Rent

$756/mo

Population

17,864

College Educated

26.8%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

25.4%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Las Vegas High School

What grades does West Las Vegas High School serve?

West Las Vegas High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend West Las Vegas High School?

West Las Vegas High School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Las Vegas High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Las Vegas High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Las Vegas High School rank in NM?

West Las Vegas High School ranks #436 of 864 schools in NM.

What is West Las Vegas High School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Las Vegas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at West Las Vegas High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Las Vegas High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Las Vegas High School a charter school?

No, West Las Vegas High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Las Vegas High School a Title I school?

No, West Las Vegas High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Las Vegas High School?

100.0% of students at West Las Vegas High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
San Miguel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.1%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

District

WEST LAS VEGAS
District Enrollment
1,576
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,994
District Rank
#3 of 9

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