Academica Nevada Schools top state’s grad rate at 99.1%
Las Vegas, NV - Public charter schools supported by Academica Nevada, the state's top education services provider, achieved an astounding 99.1% graduation rate, significantly surpassing Nevada's average of 81%.
In contrast, the state's two largest school districts, Clark and Washoe Counties, report graduation rates of 81.4%. Academica Nevada's schools celebrated the graduation of 1,110 students in the most recent academic year, with a detailed breakdown showing 437 students earning college and career-ready diplomas, 100 securing advanced diplomas, and 559 receiving standard high school diplomas.
Renee Fairless, Principal at Mater Academy - East Las Vegas, highlighted her school's success in a Title 1 community, boasting a graduation rate over 98%. "Nearly half of our graduates earned college and career-ready diplomas, with 17 also achieving an Associate of Arts degree," she remarked, crediting this milestone to the concerted efforts of the school's teachers, students, and families.
Ryan Reeves, COO of Academica Nevada, pointed out that these results come despite the schools operating with only 70% of the funding available to other district schools. "Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the achievements of our students, driven by the hard work of our principals, the passion of our teachers, and community support," Reeves said, highlighting the benefits of school autonomy and innovative educational strategies.
The success of Nevada public charter schools is supported by a strong focus on both educators and students. Teachers receive ongoing professional development, while students benefit from smaller class sizes, cutting-edge technology, personalized learning plans based on data, and targeted support for those who need it.
Academica Nevada supports more than 34,000 students across seven charter school networks, including CIVICA Academy, Doral Academy, and Somerset Academy. Enrollment for the next academic year opens from January 3rd to February 28th, 2024, with lotteries set for March 3rd. More information can be found at academicanv.org.
The full list of graduation rates and class sizes for the Class of 2024, including comparisons to 2023 graduation rates can be found HERE. For more information on the Nevada Report Card, visit nevadareportcard.nv.gov.
