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#39 of 77 private schools in NV

Top 49% of private schools

Applied Scholastics Academy

School

7550 W ALEXANDER RD, Las Vegas, NV 89129

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nevada private schools

#39 of 77

In Las Vegas

#26 of 38

public schools

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Applied Scholastics Academy

6.3/10

School in Las Vegas · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Molasky Irwin & Susan Jhs

3.7/10

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7.3/10

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About Applied Scholastics Academy

Applied Scholastics Academy is a private school in Las Vegas, NV. Applied Scholastics Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Applied Scholastics Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 77 private schools in NV.

How it comparesOn par with NV schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Applied Scholastics Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Applied Scholastics Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Applied Scholastics Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Applied Scholastics Academy compares to 309 public schools serving similar grades in Las Vegas, NV

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
This School
vs
24.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
822
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43.3% vs 0%
Black 26.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.7% vs 0%
Applied Scholastics Academy Las Vegas Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Applied Scholastics Academy (this school) 6.3
Molasky Irwin & Susan JHS 3.7
Eisenberg Dorothy ES 7.0
Kahre Marc ES 6.3
Deskin Ruthe ES 5.7
Leavitt Justice Myron E MS 6.0
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain 8.3
TEACH Las Vegas 3.8
Tobler R E ES 8.2
Quest Academy Northwest 5.3
Doral Academy Fire Mesa 8.4
Garehime Edith ES 5.4
Founders Academy of Las Vegas 6.2
Bunker Berkeley L ES 5.0
May Ernest ES 7.5
Cimarron-Memorial HS 4.0
Allen Dean LaMar ES 6.6
Tarr Sheila Academy of Int'l Studies ES 7.7
Fong Wing and Lilly ES 6.2
Brinley J Harold MS 5.0
Bryan Richard H ES 6.8

Showing 20 of 309 schools. View all schools in Las Vegas

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NV.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NV

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 43.3%
Black 26.7%
Hispanic 16.7%
Native American 6.7%
Two or More 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7550 W ALEXANDER RD, Las Vegas, NV 89129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Applied Scholastics Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Founders Academy of Las Vegas (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Molasky Irwin & Susan JHS Las Vegas 0.4 mi 3.7
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Vegas 0.6 mi 7.3
Eisenberg Dorothy ES Las Vegas 0.6 mi 7.0
Kahre Marc ES Las Vegas 0.7 mi 6.3
Deskin Ruthe ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 5.7
Leavitt Justice Myron E MS Las Vegas 0.9 mi 6.0
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain Las Vegas 1.2 mi 8.3
Doral Academy Fire Mesa Las Vegas 1.8 mi 8.4
TEACH Las Vegas Las Vegas 1.5 mi 3.8
Tobler R E ES Las Vegas 1.6 mi 8.2
Quest Academy Northwest Las Vegas 1.7 mi 5.3
CANDIL HALL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Las Vegas 2.0 mi 7.2
Cimarron-Memorial HS Las Vegas 2.2 mi 4.0
Garehime Edith ES Las Vegas 1.8 mi 5.4
SETON ACADEMY WEST Las Vegas 1.9 mi
May Ernest ES Las Vegas 2.2 mi 7.5
Bunker Berkeley L ES Las Vegas 2.1 mi 5.0
Allen Dean LaMar ES Las Vegas 2.3 mi 6.6
Founders Academy of Las Vegas Las Vegas 2.1 mi 6.2
Fong Wing and Lilly ES Las Vegas 2.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,544

Median Home Value

$420,400

Median Rent

$1,767/mo

Population

54,575

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

40.4

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NEWTON LEARNING CENTER Reno, NV 6.3
SPRING VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Vegas, NV 6.5
STRONG GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson, NV 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Applied Scholastics Academy

What grades does Applied Scholastics Academy serve?

Applied Scholastics Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Applied Scholastics Academy?

Applied Scholastics Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Applied Scholastics Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Applied Scholastics Academy is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Applied Scholastics Academy rank in NV?

Applied Scholastics Academy ranks #39 of 77 private schools in NV.

What is Applied Scholastics Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Applied Scholastics Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Applied Scholastics Academy a private school?

Yes, Applied Scholastics Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Applied Scholastics Academy a religious school?

No, Applied Scholastics Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County

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