Durango HS vs Nevada State High School Southwest
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nevada, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Durango HS
Las Vegas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,322 students
Nevada State High School Southwest
Las Vegas · Charter high · Grades 11–12
145 students
| Measure | Durango HS Las Vegas, Nevada | Nevada State High School Southwest Las Vegas, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #72 of 98 | #10 of 98 |
| National rank | #15908 of 16,910 | #3057 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 11–12 |
| Students | 2,322 | 145 |
| Enrollment | 2,322 | 145 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 37.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | – |
| Math proficiency | 23% | – |
| city | Las Vegas | Las Vegas |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nevada State High School Southwest scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 16.1).
- •Nevada State High School Southwest does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 100%).
- •Durango HS is the larger school with 2,322 students compared with 145.
- •Durango HS is a public school while Nevada State High School Southwest is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Durango HS better than Nevada State High School Southwest?
On the Success Index (US), Nevada State High School Southwest ranks higher (71.0 vs 16.1 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 Durango HS and Nevada State High School Southwest?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Las Vegas and Las Vegas in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Durango HS: 2,322. Nevada State High School Southwest: 145. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Durango HS and Nevada State High School Southwest rank in Nevada?
Durango HS is 72nd of 98 and Nevada State High School Southwest is 10th of 98 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).