High Desert State Prison is a state prison in unincorporated Clark County, Nevada, near Indian Springs, northwest of Las Vegas. It is the largest institution of the Nevada Department of Corrections and the newest, having opened on September 1, 2000. It has a capacity of 4,176.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (17-18)
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
1%
Asian
(17-18)n/a
6%
Hispanic
(17-18)50%
42%
Black
(17-18)25%
11%
White
(17-18)n/a
33%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(17-18)25%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clark County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend High Desert State Prison Adult High School?
4 students attend High Desert State Prison Adult High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of High Desert State Prison Adult High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 25% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is High Desert State Prison Adult High School part of?
High Desert State Prison Adult High School is part of Clark County School District.
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