George Whittell High School is located in Zephyr Cove, Nevada, near the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. As of 2021, the school housed grades 6 through 12.
Serving 139 students in grades 6-12, George Whittell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Whittell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George Whittell High School's student population of 139 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Red, Yellow, Gold
School Rankings
George Whittell 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 George Whittell High School is 0.48, 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
#280 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
26%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Whittell High School's ranking?
George Whittell High School is ranked #280 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are George Whittell High School often compared to?
George Whittell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tahoe High School, Douglas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Whittell High School?
The graduation rate of George Whittell High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend George Whittell High School?
139 students attend George Whittell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of George Whittell High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Whittell High School?
George Whittell High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Whittell High School offer ?
George Whittell High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Whittell High School part of?
George Whittell High School is part of Douglas School District.
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