These are some of the top-rated public schools in Nevada based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Nevada at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Nevada offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Nevada
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Clark County School District
319,292 students | LAS VEGAS, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 373 schools -
Washoe County School District
64,988 students | RENO, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 109 schools -
State-Sponsored Charter Schools
53,223 students | CARSON CITY, NV
Grades PK, K-12 | 67 schools -
Elko County School District
9,608 students | ELKO, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 33 schools -
Lyon County School District
8,823 students | YERINGTON, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 19 schools
Reviews From Schools in Nevada
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Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
This is a wonderful school, and the staff and teachers are very helpful!
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Shelley Berkley Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 06, 2024
A house with a good amount of space.
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Sig Rogich Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 04, 2024
Aside from band and robotics, this school truly has no pros. The teachers are overwhelmed. I have seen the students being encouraged by their parents to fight. There's zero support by the principal... More