Bonanza High School is a high school in the Las Vegas Valley. It was built in 1976 and was the ninth high school to open in the area.
Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, Bonanza 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonanza High School's student population of 1,858 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonanza High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonanza High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#647 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
64%
46%
Black
14%
12%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonanza High School's ranking?
Bonanza High School is ranked #647 out of 684 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bonanza High School?
The graduation rate of Bonanza High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bonanza High School?
1,858 students attend Bonanza High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bonanza High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonanza High School?
Bonanza High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonanza High School offer ?
Bonanza High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonanza High School part of?
Bonanza High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonanza High School located?
Bonanza High School is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Charleston.
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