Western High School is a public high school under the Clark County School District in Nevada, United States. The school opened in 1960, and was the third high school built in Las Vegas, Nevada, after Las Vegas High School and Rancho High School. The campus is located at 4601 West Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Serving 2,745 students in grades 9-12, Western 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 4% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western High School's student population of 2,745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Cultivating a culture of excellence through empowering Warriors for victory.
School Rankings
Western 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 Western High School is 0.40, which is less 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
#677 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
76%
45%
Black
14%
12%
White
5%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western High School's ranking?
Western High School is ranked #677 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western High School?
The graduation rate of Western High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Western High School?
2,745 students attend Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Western High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western High School?
Western High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Western High School offer ?
Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western High School part of?
Western High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Western High School located?
Western High School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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