Centennial HS vs Desert Pines HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nevada, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial HS
Las Vegas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,961 students
Desert Pines HS
Las Vegas · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,011 students
| Measure | Centennial HS Las Vegas, Nevada | Desert Pines HS Las Vegas, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 98 | #89 of 98 |
| National rank | #15223 of 16,910 | #16789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,961 | 3,011 |
| Enrollment | 2,961 | 3,011 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 4% |
| city | Las Vegas | Las Vegas |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centennial HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.2 vs 6.5).
- •Centennial HS does better on math proficiency (23% vs 4%).
- •Centennial HS does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 23%).
- •Desert Pines HS does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 25.1).
- •Desert Pines HS is the larger school with 3,011 students compared with 2,961.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Centennial HS better than Desert Pines HS?
On the Success Index (US), Centennial HS ranks higher (20.2 vs 6.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Centennial HS and Desert Pines HS?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Las Vegas and Las Vegas in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial HS: 2,961. Desert Pines HS: 3,011. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial HS and Desert Pines HS rank in Nevada?
Centennial HS is 61st of 98 and Desert Pines HS is 89th of 98 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).