The brief
The top-rated high schools in Las Vegas for 2026 are Advanced Technologies Academy HS (8.7/10), Explore Knowledge Academy J-Shs (8.1/10), and West Career & Technical Academy HS (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 57 high schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Las Vegas ranks 58 high schools, with scores spanning a meaningful range across the metro. Advanced Technologies Academy HS leads the field at 8.8 out of 10, followed closely by Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS at 8.5 and Clark Ed W HS at 8.3. The average composite score across all ranked schools sits at 6.1 out of 10, which gives useful context when comparing individual results. One in three schools — 19 of the 58 ranked — scores 7 or higher, so strong options are available but not evenly distributed across the valley. Whether you're prioritizing academics, career and technical programs, or proximity to a specific neighborhood, the table below lets you sort by the metrics that matter most to your family. Start with the score column to spot top performers quickly, or filter by location to narrow your search.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 18.7
- 28.1
- 37.8
- 47.6
- 57.6
- 67.5
- 77.5
- 87.5
- 97.4
- 107.1
All 57 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 57
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Advanced Technologies Academy HSClark Countystudents 1,208student-teacher ratio 22.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 2Explore Knowledge Academy J-ShscharterClark Countystudents 282student-teacher ratio 20.1:1grades 6th–12th
- 3West Career & Technical Academy HSClark Countystudents 1,511student-teacher ratio 25.2:1grades 9th–12th
- 4College of So Nv HS WestClark Countystudents 222student-teacher ratio 44.4:1grades 11th–12th
- 5Northwest Career-Technical Academy HSClark Countystudents 1,883student-teacher ratio 23.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 6Equipo AcademycharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 855student-teacher ratio 25.1:1grades 6th–12th
- 7Las Vegas Academy of the Arts HSClark Countystudents 1,751student-teacher ratio 22.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 8Southwest Career & Technical Academy HSClark Countystudents 1,579student-teacher ratio 23.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 9Nevada State High School SouthwestcharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 139grades 11th–12th
- 10Leadership Academy of NevadacharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 277student-teacher ratio 25.2:1grades 6th–12th
- 11Nevada State High School SunrisecharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 51grades 11th–12th
- 12Nevada State High School SummerlincharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 131grades 11th–12th
- 13Veterans Tribute Cta HSClark Countystudents 831student-teacher ratio 23.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 14Southeast Career Technical Academy HSClark Countystudents 2,038student-teacher ratio 22.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 15East Career and Technical Academy HSClark Countystudents 1,911student-teacher ratio 25.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 16Miley Achievement Ctr J-ShsClark Countystudents 54student-teacher ratio 3.0:1grades 6th–12th
- 17Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-ShsClark Countystudents 97student-teacher ratio 5.1:1grades 6th–12th
- 18Palo Verde HSClark Countystudents 3,141student-teacher ratio 28.6:1grades 9th–12th
- 19Summit View Youth J-ShsClark Countystudents 32student-teacher ratio 4.0:1grades 6th–12th
- 20Democracy Prep at Agassi HighcharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 355student-teacher ratio 71.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 21Nevada State High School DowntowncharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 40grades 11th–12th
- 22Spring Mountain J-ShsClark Countystudents 77student-teacher ratio 8.6:1grades 6th–12th
- 23Spring Valley HSClark Countystudents 2,677student-teacher ratio 24.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 24Nevada State High School NorthwestcharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 122grades 11th–12th
- 25Peterson Academic Center J-ShsClark Countystudents 154student-teacher ratio 11.8:1grades 6th–12th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Nevada education department. Rankings are relative to all public high schools in Nevada. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Advanced Technologies Academy HS
Clark County
1,208 students · 22.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 6% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.9
- Growth
- 7.9
- Environment
- 7.2
- 2
Explore Knowledge Academy J-Shs
Clark County
282 students · 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–12th
Top 17% in Nevada · charter
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 8.2
- 3
West Career & Technical Academy HS
Clark County
1,511 students · 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 22% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 6.5
- Environment
- 5.9
- 4
College of So Nv HS West
Clark County
222 students · 44.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 11th–12th
Top 24% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.9
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 2.9
- 5
Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS
Clark County
1,883 students · 23.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 25% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 4.7
- Environment
- 6.6
- 6
Equipo Academy
State Sponsored Charter Schools
855 students · 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–12th
Top 27% in Nevada · charter
- Academics
- 5.7
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 4.9
- 7
Las Vegas Academy of the Arts HS
Clark County
1,751 students · 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 28% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 4.2
- Environment
- 6.5
- 8
Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS
Clark County
1,579 students · 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 29% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 4.1
- Environment
- 6.0
- 9
Nevada State High School Southwest
State Sponsored Charter Schools
139 students · grades 11th–12th
Top 30% in Nevada · charter
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 1.7
- 10
Leadership Academy of Nevada
State Sponsored Charter Schools
277 students · 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–12th
Top 36% in Nevada · charter
- Academics
- 7.0
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 5.1
Questions
What is the best high school in Las Vegas, Nevada?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Advanced Technologies Academy HS is the top-rated high school in Las Vegas with a composite score of 8.7/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many high schools are in Las Vegas, Nevada?
Las Vegas has 67 high schools, including 13 charter schools. Of these, 62 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average high school rating in Las Vegas?
Among 62 Las Vegas high schools with a composite score, the average is 5.5/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Nevada).
How does MySchoolScout rate high schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Nevada, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Nevada, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Las Vegas high school rankings?
Las Vegas has 13 charter high schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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