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Clark County School District

Palo Verde High School

#28 in Best Public High Schools in Nevada
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 475 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B-
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Palo Verde High School is an above average, public school located in Las Vegas, NV. It has 3,157 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 27 to 1. According to state test scores, 76% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading.
    Address
    333 S Pavilion Center Dr.
    Las Vegas, NV 89144
    Telephone
    (702) 799-1450
    Website
    ccsd.net
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    Palo Verde High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    73%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    76%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1190
    249 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    377 responses
    AP Enrollment
    19%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $69,970
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,297
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $247,553
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.49 responses
    Poll
    61%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.49 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 130 responses
    Report
    • Sporting events
      18%
    • Senior breakfast
      16%
    • Grad Nite
      15%
    • Prom
      14%
    • Senior Week
      11%
    • Senior prank
      8%
    • Homecoming
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    3,157
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    25%
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.55 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.55 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.55 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    27:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $60,663
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.6%
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.74 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.74 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.74 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,964/ year
    National
    $12,239
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.75 responses
    45%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.75 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.75 responses
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    Palo Verde High School Reviews

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    The teachers are very nice and the students are respectful. There is a high quality of education and the higher-level classes are competitive. Many students are taking Honors or AP classes and there is an International Baccalaureate program at the school. Many interesting electives are offered and students are encouraged to take classes they are express interest in. Additionally, block scheduling is beneficial for students because this helps them retain information longer with fewer classes in a day and longer class periods.
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    Palo Verde, in my experience, has helped me grow as a student and person. I joined many clubs and organizations, which exposed me to many new social groups. I also had very good teachers, and a wonderful councelor, all which helped me to become a better student. I do wish our school was more diverse, and didn't have so many cliques, but other than that, my experience at Palo Verde has been very good!
    I've been diagnosed with high functioning Autism at the age of 5 and big changes are not exactly my favorite. The first week of school wasn't easy as I needed extra time to get used to the new faces and completely different "environment". However, the wonderful teachers and administration staff were so nice, patient and willing to give me the extra time I needed. This is not common in a public school so I feel very fortunate. Today I'm a senior at Palo Verde and I am thankful to many incredible people who helped me along the way. I'm a senior at Palo Verde and I am thankful to many incredible people who helped me along the way. My counselor prepared me for the next step, college! My teachers encouraged me to become a diligent student and trained me to develop a hunger for learning. It is because of them and their dedication that today I am stronger, focused on my goals and ready for my next adventure.