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#380 of 691 schools in NV

Nevada State High School Northwest

High School · State Sponsored Charter Schools

7240 West Azure Dr Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89130

Charter

Enrollment

122

Score

6.1

Grades

11th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#380 of 691

In Las Vegas

#164 of 302

public schools

In district

#58 of 75

State Sponsored Charter Schools

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Nevada State High School Northwest

6.1/10

High School in Las Vegas · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Leadership Academy of Nevada

7.7/10

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7.5/10

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About Nevada State High School Northwest

Nevada State High School Northwest is a public high school in Las Vegas, NV, part of State Sponsored Charter Schools. Nevada State High School Northwest serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 11th-12th. Nevada State High School Northwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Nevada State High School Northwest show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 122 students, Nevada State High School Northwest 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.

Nevada State High School Northwest is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$7,980

Nevada State High School Northwest — Students at Nevada State High School Northwest score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
84.5%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
72%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Nevada State High School Northwest Compares

See how Nevada State High School Northwest performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in NV
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

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

7240 West Azure Dr Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nevada State High School Northwest may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Leadership Academy of Nevada (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arbor View HS (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Leadership Academy of Nevada Las Vegas 0.4 mi 7.7
Neal Joseph M ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 7.5
Coral Academy Centennial Hills Las Vegas 1.1 mi 8.5
Cadwallader Ralph MS Las Vegas 1.2 mi 7.2
CANDIL HALL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Las Vegas 1.3 mi 7.2
Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS Las Vegas 1.2 mi 7.4
NW Career-Technical Academy ES Las Vegas 1.2 mi
Rhodes Betsy ES Las Vegas 1.5 mi 8.3
Somerset Academy Sky Pointe Las Vegas 1.6 mi 7.4
Imagine School Mountain View Las Vegas 1.6 mi 5.1
May Ernest ES Las Vegas 1.7 mi 7.5
Arbor View HS Las Vegas 1.9 mi 5.4
LAMB OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas 1.7 mi 6.7
Deskin Ruthe ES Las Vegas 2.1 mi 5.7
Leavitt Justice Myron E MS Las Vegas 2.1 mi 6.0
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain Las Vegas 2.2 mi 8.3
Carl Kay ES Las Vegas 1.9 mi 8.0
Allen Dean LaMar ES Las Vegas 2.0 mi 6.6
TEACH Las Vegas Las Vegas 2.3 mi 3.8
Saville Anthony MS Las Vegas 2.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,599

Median Home Value

$391,300

Median Rent

$1,620/mo

Population

35,152

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nevada State High School Northwest

What grades does Nevada State High School Northwest serve?

Nevada State High School Northwest serves students in grades 11th through 12th.

How many students attend Nevada State High School Northwest?

Nevada State High School Northwest has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.

How does Nevada State High School Northwest rank in NV?

Nevada State High School Northwest ranks #380 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Nevada State High School Northwest's MySchoolScout rating?

Nevada State High School Northwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Nevada State High School Northwest?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nevada State High School Northwest has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Nevada State High School Northwest a charter school?

Yes, Nevada State High School Northwest is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Nevada State High School Northwest a Title I school?

No, Nevada State High School Northwest is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
122
0
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County
4-Year Graduation
90%+

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