Serving 137 students in grades 9-12, Desert Rose High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Rose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Desert Rose High School's student population of 137 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate to Graduate & Beyond
School Rankings
Desert Rose High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Rose High School is 0.58, 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
#324 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
57%
46%
Black
30%
12%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Rose High School's ranking?
Desert Rose High School is ranked #324 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Rose High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Rose High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Desert Rose High School?
137 students attend Desert Rose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Desert Rose High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Rose High School?
Desert Rose High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Rose High School offer ?
Desert Rose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Rose High School part of?
Desert Rose High School is part of Clark County School District.
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