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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Current student
April 23, 2024
This is "school" is TERRIBLE!!! I would not recommend, almost all teachers are awfully rude (other than the art teacher <333), and all the homework is digital. The online homework takes more time than... More
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Discovery Charter School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
I have two children that attend this school and I couldn’t be happier. Their teachers and staff go above and beyond for their students. Both of my kids are on a/b honor roll and continuing to grow... More
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Roger D Gehring Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 22, 2024
My daughter went to this school and got bullied every single and the teachers never did anything about it besides laugh in her face. She said that this was the worst possible school for anyone to have... More
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Clifford J Lawrence Junior High School