Moapa Valley High School is a 3A public high school in Overton, Nevada, United States and is part of the Clark County School District. It has an approximated number of students of 562. The school mascot is the pirate.
Serving 568 students in grades 9-12, Moapa Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moapa Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Moapa Valley High School's student population of 568 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moapa Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moapa Valley High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
17%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
77%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clark County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moapa Valley High School's ranking?
Moapa Valley High School is ranked #120 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Moapa Valley High School?
568 students attend Moapa Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moapa Valley High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moapa Valley High School?
Moapa Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moapa Valley High School offer ?
Moapa Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moapa Valley High School part of?
Moapa Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.
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