Serving 546 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
29%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
55%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech's ranking?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech is ranked #14 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech?
546 students attend Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech offer ?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech part of?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Tech is part of Washoe County School District.
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