Below Average
#624 of 691 schools in NV
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs
High School · Clark County
601 N Pecos Rd Suite 70, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Enrollment
37
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#624 of 691
In Las Vegas
#267 of 302
public schools
In district
#326 of 364
Clark County
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs
High School in Las Vegas · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs
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About Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is a public high school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs — Students at Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs Compares
See how Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
601 N Pecos Rd Suite 70, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Equipo Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miley Achievement Ctr J-SHS (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-SHS (rated 5.2/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Quest Program Las Vegas | 0.0 mi | — |
| Desert Pines HS Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Mater Academy East Las Vegas | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Gragson Oran K ES Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Morris Sunset HS Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Ronnow C C ES Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Miley Achievement Center ES Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | — |
| Miley Achievement Ctr J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Willow J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | — |
| Cambeiro Arturo ES Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Equipo Academy Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lunt Robert ES Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Variety J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Variety ES Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Martin Roy W MS Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Bracken Walter ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sunrise Acres ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Moore William K ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,653
Median Home Value
$258,100
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
44,199
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
19.2%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morris Sunset HS Las Vegas, NV | 4.1 |
| C O Bastian High School Caliente, NV | 4.7 |
| Burk Horizon-Southwest Sunset HS Las Vegas, NV | 4.9 |
| Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy Carlin, NV | 5.0 |
| LAKE GRANBURY ACADEMY Minden, NV | 5.1 |
| Summit View Youth J-SHS Las Vegas, NV | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs
What grades does Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs serve?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
How does Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs rank in NV?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs ranks #624 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs a charter school?
No, Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs a Title I school?
No, Clark County Detention Ctr J-shs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Phone
- (702) 799-1623
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #326 of 364
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