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 11, 2024
Faith Lutheran School, with its mission "Everyone Prepared, Everyone Saved," aims for academic and spiritual growth. However, concerns arise regarding poorly trained teachers, favoritism, severe drug... More
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Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 10, 2024
Great school ive been there my since the school opend im in 8th grade now amazing school i would recommend this school to people that just moved here amazing school 10/10
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Kenneth Divich Elementary
Current student
May 10, 2024
While I was hospitalized and placed in a residential treatment facility for around 2 months they tried to expel me saying I was missing to many assignments and days. Then when a medical caregiver at... More
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North Star Online School