Serving 1,175 students in grades 6-8, Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts's student population of 1,175 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts is 0.46, 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
#442 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
72%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts is ranked #442 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts?
1,175 students attend Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts part of?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts located?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts is located in the Downtown South neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown South.
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