The Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology is a career-tech high school in Reno, Nevada that is a part of the Washoe County School District.
Serving 551 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Child, By Name and Face to Graduation'
School Rankings
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical 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 Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical is 0.62, 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
#46 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
32%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
52%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical's ranking?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical is ranked #46 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical?
551 students attend Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical offer ?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical part of?
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical is part of Washoe County School District.
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