Serving 1,525 students in grades 9-12, West Career & Technical High School 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 58% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,525 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West 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
West Career & Technical High School's student population of 1,525 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Career & Technical High School 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 West Career & Technical High School is 0.73, 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
#12 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
20%
44%
Black
6%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Career & Technical High School's ranking?
West Career & Technical High School is ranked #12 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are West Career & Technical High School often compared to?
West Career & Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advanced Technologies High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Career & Technical High School?
The graduation rate of West Career & Technical High School is 97%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend West Career & Technical High School?
1,525 students attend West Career & Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of West Career & Technical High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does West Career & Technical High School offer ?
West Career & Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Career & Technical High School part of?
West Career & Technical High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Career & Technical High School located?
West Career & Technical High School is located in the Summerlin neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Summerlin.
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