Esmeralda Virtual High School serves 11 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esmeralda Virtual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Esmeralda Virtual High School's student population of 11 students has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Esmeralda Virtual High School is 0.58, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
46%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
79%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Esmeralda Virtual High School?
11 students attend Esmeralda Virtual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Esmeralda Virtual High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Esmeralda Virtual High School offer ?
Esmeralda Virtual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Esmeralda Virtual High School part of?
Esmeralda Virtual High School is part of Esmeralda School District.
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