Serving 1,176 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 14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: K O Knudson Junior High School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts's student population of 1,176 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,176 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 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 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar PRIDE
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts is ranked #429 out of 684 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
1,176 students attend Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Knudson K O Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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