Health and Wellness

Health and wellness indicators help us monitor the overall health of our community - from access to health insurance to childhood obesity rates. Understanding these variables helps plan programs that promote healthy lifestyles and educate Southern Nevadans on the importance of maintaining good nutrition. In this section, you can find information related to access to health insurance, food insecurity, childhood and adult obesity rates, infant mortality, and the prevalence of low birthweights.
  • Adults Aged 65+

    157,271

    2014 Clark County, NV
    +3.9% vs. prior period

    Age Distribution

    157,271

    2014 Clark County, NV
    +3.9% vs. prior period

    Children Aged 0-5

    157,271

    2014 Clark County, NV
    +3.9% vs. prior period

    Disability Status

    157,271

    2014 Clark County, NV
    +3.9% vs. prior period
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Our Work

  • Early Childhood Education

    Education is the foundation of a good life, which is why it’s essential that children enter school ready to learn. Early childhood education is one of the most effective methods of closing learning gaps that form in a child’s first five years of life. Our goal is to increase the number of 3 and 4 year olds attending pre-kindergarten programs and reading on time.

  • High School Achievement

    Breaking the cycle of poverty starts in the classroom. When students receive support through middle school and high school, they can finish high school ready to succeed in college or career. Our goal is to improve graduation rates across Clark County, particularly in our most disadvantaged schools.

  • Post-Secondary Attainment

    Our economy is growing and changing, requiring workers who are highly trained and ready to take on new challenges. In a global, technology-focused economy, we need a skilled workforce to be competitive and address the needs of local companies. Our goal is to increase the percentage of adults with an associate's degree or higher.

Resources

  • High School Achievement Report

    Clark County School District has a graduation rate of 74%, and the State of Nevada has some of the lowest graduation rates in the United States. The district struggles with gaps in student achievement for male, Hispanic, black, low-income, and other students. This report provides an overview of challenges and solutions aimed at improving high school graduation rates in Southern Nevada.

  • High School Achievement Map

    How does your local high school measure up? Schools in different geographic zones have variances in graduation rates. Five of the six neighborhood high schools with graduation rates below 74% draw students from North Las Vegas and areas east of Las Vegas Boulevard. To find out how your local school measures up, explore our interactive map.

  • Post-Secondary Attainment Report

    Approximately 30% of Clark County residents hold a post-secondary degree, one of the lowest rates in the entire Mountain West. Financial aid and support throughout college can help address this challenge. This report provides an overview of challenges and solutions aimed at improving post-secondary attainment in Southern Nevada.

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