West Career and Technical Academy is a magnet high school located in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The school opened in August 2010 as the first magnet school in Summerlin, a community in the western Las Vegas Valley. It is administered by the Clark County School District.
Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, West Career & Technical Academy High School ranks in the top 5% 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 58% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Career & Technical Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Career & Technical Academy High School's student population of 1,511 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Motto
Our mission is to inspire our students to compete successfully in the 21st century by providing a college preparatory education that utilizes project-based learning, real-world applications, and innovative technology.
School Rankings
West Career & Technical Academy 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 Academy High School is 0.75, 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
#20 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
22%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
37%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Career & Technical Academy High School's ranking?
West Career & Technical Academy High School is ranked #20 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are West Career & Technical Academy High School often compared to?
West Career & Technical Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advanced Technologies Academy 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 30% NV state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Career & Technical Academy High School?
The graduation rate of West Career & Technical Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend West Career & Technical Academy High School?
1,511 students attend West Career & Technical Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of West Career & Technical Academy High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Career & Technical Academy High School?
West Career & Technical Academy High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does West Career & Technical Academy High School offer ?
West Career & Technical Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Career & Technical Academy High School part of?
West Career & Technical Academy High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Career & Technical Academy High School located?
West Career & Technical Academy 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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