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 (2026)
- 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 declined by 27% 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 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
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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