These are some of the top-rated public schools in Nevada based on a variety of measures. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ 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
314,346 students | LAS VEGAS, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 373 schools -
Washoe County School District
64,990 students | RENO, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 116 schools -
State-Sponsored Charter Schools
59,670 students | CARSON CITY, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 73 schools -
Elko County School District
10,171 students | ELKO, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 35 schools -
Lyon County School District
9,085 students | YERINGTON, NV
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 20 schools
Reviews From Schools in Nevada
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Parent / Guardian
October 11, 2025
The whole school need to shut down and start over. No compassion for the parents or student. It’s all about money either way
Work more with the parents stop fighting with the parents put your ego ... More
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Dean Petersen Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
October 10, 2025
Fantastic small school with amazing staff! The kids are thriving.
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Robert Mitchell Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
October 09, 2025
This school is amazing, i really felt supported when I went there and the teachers were chill
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