Palo Verde High School is a high school in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The school was built in 1996 with an adjacent 10 portable classrooms located in Summerlin, a rapidly growing suburban community in the western portion of the City of Las Vegas and unincorporated Clark County.
Serving 3,141 students in grades 9-12, Palo Verde High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palo Verde High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palo Verde High School's student population of 3,141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
School Calendar
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Palo Verde High School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Verde High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
26%
45%
Black
9%
12%
White
44%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palo Verde High School's ranking?
Palo Verde High School is ranked #173 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palo Verde High School?
The graduation rate of Palo Verde High School is 96%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Palo Verde High School?
3,141 students attend Palo Verde High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Palo Verde High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palo Verde High School?
Palo Verde High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Palo Verde High School offer ?
Palo Verde High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palo Verde High School part of?
Palo Verde High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Palo Verde High School located?
Palo Verde High School is located in the Summerlin North neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in Summerlin North.
School Reviews
3 2/10/2020
This school isn't all that great, I will be honest! I've been going for 3 years now, and students aren't prioritized at all! Staff and counselors don't care about the students all that much! It's pretty dirty too!
5 9/3/2019
Little to no bullying. Well behaved students.
2 10/5/2010
Educators treat children poorly and encourage hatred among the student population. The elitist behavior and recruiting is unacceptable in public education.
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