Serving 1,934 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Career-technical High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 1,934 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Career-technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest Career-technical High School's student population of 1,934 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Career-technical High School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Career-technical High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#57 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
41%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
31%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Career-technical High School's ranking?
Northwest Career-technical High School is ranked #57 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Northwest Career-technical High School often compared to?
Northwest Career-technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Sky Pointe, Advanced Technologies High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Career-technical High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Career-technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Northwest Career-technical High School?
1,934 students attend Northwest Career-technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northwest Career-technical High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Northwest Career-technical High School offer ?
Northwest Career-technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest Career-technical High School part of?
Northwest Career-technical High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Career-technical High School located?
Northwest Career-technical High School is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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