School Overview
Desert Pines High School, located in the eastern region of Las Vegas, Nevada, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the Clark County School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school offers a diverse academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. Beyond standard core subjects, Desert Pines is well-regarded for its robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which provide students with hands-on training in fields such as information technology, business, and health sciences, helping them gain certifications and practical skills before graduation.

The school is also known for its strong culture of school spirit, particularly through its competitive athletic programs and various extracurricular activities. The "Jaguars" pride themselves on fostering an inclusive environment that encourages students to engage in leadership, arts, and community service. By balancing academic rigor with a wide array of student life opportunities, Desert Pines High School strives to support the holistic development of its student body while navigating the unique needs of the Las Vegas urban landscape.
3,151
Total Students
129.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Desert Pines HS
Demographic Student Count
White116
Hispanic2,415
Black474
Asian39
Two or More75
American Indian4
Pacific Islander26
  • Hispanic
    2,415 (76.7 %)
  • Black
    474 (15.1 %)
  • White
    116 (3.7 %)
  • Two or More
    75 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    39 (1.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    26 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (702)799-2196
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 3,151
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 129.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 2,961
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 9 871
Grade 10 869
Grade 11 676
Grade 12 713
Ungraded 22

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Desert Pines HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9871
Grade 10869
Grade 11676
Grade 12713
Ungraded22
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Desert Pines HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,48747.2%
Male1,66252.7%
Not Specified20.1%
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