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Below Average

#614 of 691 schools in NV

Churchill County High School

High School · Churchill

1 Greenwave Circle, Fallon, NV 89406

Enrollment

1,089

Student-Teacher

27.2:1

Score

4.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#614 of 691

In Fallon

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Churchill

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Churchill County High School

4.3/10

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

Lahontan Elementary School

9.2/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Churchill County Middle School

4.5/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Churchill County High School

Churchill County High School is a public high school in Fallon, NV, part of Churchill. Churchill County High School serves approximately 1,089 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 27.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchill County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Churchill County High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below NV schools
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • NV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

Churchill County High School runs 27.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

40% of students at Churchill County 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness4.3Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation6.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio27.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,446
Chronic Absenteeism39.9%

Churchill County High School — Students at Churchill County High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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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 NV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
99.5%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.

How Churchill County High School Compares

See how Churchill County High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
11th percentile in NV
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.3
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
6.2% participation·State avg: 3.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 Greenwave Circle, Fallon, NV 89406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Churchill County High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Yerington High School (rated 4.6/10, 38.4 miles away, in nearby Yerington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fernley High School (rated 4.2/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Fernley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fallon, see our Fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 38.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lahontan Elementary School Fallon 0.3 mi 9.2
Churchill County Middle School Fallon 0.5 mi 4.5
Churchill County Adult Ed Fallon 0.6 mi 4.6
LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fallon 0.6 mi 6.0
FALLON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Fallon 0.6 mi
Oasis Academy Fallon 1.0 mi 8.3
Northside Early Learning Center Fallon 1.1 mi 4.5
E C Best Elementary Fallon 1.3 mi 5.7
Numa Elementary School Fallon 1.4 mi 6.4
East Valley Elementary School Fernley 20.5 mi 6.6
Silverland Middle School Fernley 23.6 mi 5.3
A STEP AHEAD Fernley 24.2 mi 3.2
Cottonwood Elementary School Fernley 25.3 mi 4.3
Lyon County Adult Education Fernley 25.6 mi
Fernley High School Fernley 25.8 mi 4.2
Fernley Elementary School Fernley 26.5 mi 5.6
Fernley Intermediate School Fernley 26.6 mi 4.3
Silver Stage Middle School Silver Springs 27.1 mi 4.7
Yerington Intermediate School Yerington 38.4 mi 4.7
Yerington High School Yerington 38.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,268

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

25,536

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fernley High School Fernley, NV 4.2
Pahrump Valley High School Pahrump, NV 4.4
Virgin Valley HS Mesquite, NV 4.4
BISHOP MANOGUE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reno, NV 4.1
Nevada Connections Academy Reno, NV 4.1
Odyssey Charter Schools 9-12 HS Las Vegas, NV 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Churchill County High School

What grades does Churchill County High School serve?

Churchill County High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Churchill County High School?

Churchill County High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,089 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchill County High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Churchill County High School is 27.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Churchill County High School rank in NV?

Churchill County High School ranks #614 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Churchill County High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Churchill County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Churchill County High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Churchill County High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Churchill County High School a charter school?

No, Churchill County High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Churchill County High School a Title I school?

No, Churchill County High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Churchill County High School?

100.0% of students at Churchill County 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher Ratio
27.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Churchill County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.9%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Churchill
District Enrollment
3,336
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,446
District Rank
#7 of 7

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