Sierra Vista High School is a nine-month school year term public high school located in Spring Valley, Nevada, United States. Sierra Vista is a part of the Clark County School District.
Serving 3,149 students in grades 9-12, Sierra Vista 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra Vista High School's student population of 3,149 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Sierra Vista 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 Sierra Vista High School is 0.81, 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
#407 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
16%
12%
White
23%
27%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountain Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista High School's ranking?
Sierra Vista High School is ranked #407 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sierra Vista High School often compared to?
Sierra Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Oasis High School, Durango High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra Vista High School is 94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sierra Vista High School?
3,149 students attend Sierra Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Sierra Vista High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Vista High School?
Sierra Vista High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista High School offer ?
Sierra Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Vista High School part of?
Sierra Vista High School is part of Clark County School District.
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