High Schools in Pershing

The Pershing County High School is the sole high school serving the Pershing area of Nevada. With a total enrollment of 183 students, the school has a diverse student population, with 44.81% White, 36.61% Hispanic, 10.38% Native American, 6.01% two or more races, and 2.19% African American students.

Academically, Pershing County High School stands out in certain areas, such as its 25% proficiency rate in the 10th grade EOC Science Exam, which is significantly higher than the 13.4% state average. Additionally, the school's overall EOC Science Exam proficiency rate of 23.1% exceeds the 20.2% state average. However, the school's 11th grade ACT English proficiency rate of 34.3% is lower than the 45.6% state average, indicating a need for improvement in English language arts.

With a per-student spending of $17,175 and a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, Pershing County High School appears to have adequate resources and a relatively favorable learning environment. The school's high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by the 45.9% free and reduced-price lunch rate, may present challenges in terms of resource allocation and support for these students. Overall, Pershing County High School demonstrates strengths in science education but faces opportunities for improvement in other academic areas.