Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Academy For Career Education 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Career Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Academy For Career Education's student population of 275 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy For Career Education 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 Academy For Career Education is 0.55, 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
#588 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
54%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Career Education's ranking?
Academy For Career Education is ranked #588 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Academy For Career Education often compared to?
Academy For Career Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Alpine Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Career Education?
The graduation rate of Academy For Career Education is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Academy For Career Education?
275 students attend Academy For Career Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Academy For Career Education students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Career Education?
Academy For Career Education has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academy For Career Education offer ?
Academy For Career Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy For Career Education part of?
Academy For Career Education is part of Washoe County School District.
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