Pyramid Lake High School serves 138 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pyramid Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pyramid Lake High School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pyramid Lake High School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pyramid Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Pyramid Lake High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Pyramid Lake High School?
138 students attend Pyramid Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pyramid Lake High School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pyramid Lake High School?
Pyramid Lake High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pyramid Lake High School offer ?
Pyramid Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pyramid Lake High School part of?
Pyramid Lake High School is part of Pyramid Lake High School District.
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