Fernley High School vs Pahrump Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nevada, United States, 472 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fernley High School
Fernley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,327 students
Pahrump Valley High School
Pahrump · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,333 students
| Measure | Fernley High School Fernley, Nevada | Pahrump Valley High School Pahrump, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #67 of 98 | #57 of 98 |
| National rank | #15591 of 16,910 | #14970 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,327 | 1,333 |
| Enrollment | 1,327 | 1,333 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 25% |
| city | Fernley | Pahrump |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pahrump Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.9 vs 18.1).
- •Pahrump Valley High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •Pahrump Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 44%).
- •Pahrump Valley High School does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 24.1).
- •Pahrump Valley High School is the larger school with 1,333 students compared with 1,327.
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 Fernley High School better than Pahrump Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pahrump Valley High School ranks higher (21.9 vs 18.1 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 Fernley High School and Pahrump Valley High School?
About 472 km in a straight line, between Fernley and Pahrump in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fernley High School: 1,327. Pahrump Valley High School: 1,333. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fernley High School and Pahrump Valley High School rank in Nevada?
Fernley High School is 67th of 98 and Pahrump Valley High School is 57th of 98 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).