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Northwest Career & Technical Academy High School

#2 in Best Public Elementary Schools in Nevada
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • K-12
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 843 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      C
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      A-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Northwest Career & Technical Academy High School is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Las Vegas, NV. It has 1,797 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 88% of students are at least proficient in math and 90% in reading.
    Address
    8200 W Tropical Pkwy.
    Las Vegas, NV 89149
    Telephone
    (702) 799-4640
    Website
    nwctahawks.net

    Northwest Career & Technical Academy High School Rankings

    Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    90%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    88%
    Average Graduation Rate
    99%
    Average SAT
    1140
    275 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    323 responses
    AP Enrollment
    38%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      C
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $54,882
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,048
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $212,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    94%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.81 responses
    Poll
    83%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.81 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 252 responses
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    • Senior sunrise/sunset
      19%
    • Prom
      18%
    • Homecoming
      18%
    • Hallway Decorating
      17%
    • Sadie's
      10%
    • Culinary Fundraisers
      7%
    • Mid year game against Southwest Tech
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,797
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    39%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.86 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.86 responses
    40%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.86 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    21:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $60,663
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    7.7%
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.125 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.125 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.125 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,964/ year
    National
    $12,239
    81%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.124 responses
    54%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.124 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.124 responses
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    Northwest Career & Technical Academy High School Reviews

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    My experience at NWCTA is pretty awesome! I am blessed to be at a school that highly values education, and strives for success within all students. I have never had a problem with any teacher. They have been super kind to me, and help when whenever I need it. The staff and administration have been great to their students in making sure that they get the information needed to pursue a career within the program area that a student is currently studying. The only thing that I would like to see change is the end-of-the-year senior project. The project has too many guidelines, and rules in which make the project a lot less entertaining and fulfilling. Overall, NWCTA is the best!
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    I really enjoyed my experience at Northwest Career & Technical Academy throughout my high school experience. Throughout my four years at this institution, I made relationships that lift me up and inspire me to do better and focus on my future and education. I was also able to create relationships with my teachers and I had some that truly cared about their students and created such a beautiful academic atmosphere. I had teachers that really taught me not only academic lessons but also life lessons that I am able to apply today as a college freshman. The students at this institution really helped to create a loving and accepting atmosphere that is truly diverse. I can honestly say that I really loved being a student at Northwest Career & Technical Academy which left me with life long relationships and lessons.
    Attending Northwest Career and Technical Academy has to be one of the most challenging things ever. Homework and projects are constantly being assigned and every student is competitive. Most people don't enjoy this school, but NWCTA has given me more opportunities and memories that I thought it would. I was involved in Speech and Debate, National Honor Society, HOSA, and National Honor Society of Sports Medicine. Although these extracurriculars seem a lot, they're what keeps me going at this school. To get away from the class quizzes and nagging about helping with someone's homework, I turn to these clubs to relieve my stress and I am never disappointed. When it comes to my classes, I have not had a direct problem with a teacher or the structure of the class in general. Our administration could be better and more student-friendly, however. I enjoy some of my fellow students; there can be a few students that really put themselves out there but every high school has that crowd.