BEACON ACADEMY OF NEVADA
Beacon Academy of Nevada is a public charter high school that is part of the State Sponsored Charter Schools school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 384 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 10 teachers, Beacon Academy of Nevada has a student/teacher ratio of about 38:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Beacon Academy of Nevada is a tuition-free, state-sponsored public charter school located in Las Vegas, specifically designed to serve students in grades 9 through 12 who thrive in an alternative learning environment. The academy distinguishes itself through a "blended learning" model that combines online curriculum with traditional classroom instruction. By offering a flexible, self-paced academic structure, the school aims to support students who may have struggled in a traditional high school setting, those who need to recover credits, or students who simply prefer a more individualized approach to their education.
Beyond its academic flexibility, Beacon Academy emphasizes personalized attention through smaller class sizes and direct interaction with certified teachers. The school is committed to helping students overcome barriers to graduation, providing a supportive atmosphere that focuses on mastery of core subjects and college and career readiness. With its focus on accessibility and student-centered support, Beacon Academy of Nevada serves as a vital educational resource for families in the Las Vegas area looking for a non-traditional path to earning a high school diploma.
For more information, contact Beacon Academy of Nevada at (702) 726-8600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Las Vegas, NV 89147-8385
(702) 726-8600
http://www.banv.org
BEACON ACADEMY OF NEVADA is a public Charter school in Las Vegas, NV with about 384 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nevada
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Nevada Department of Education - District:
- State Sponsored Charter Schools
- Total Students:
- 384
- Teachers:
- 10.24
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Virtual with face to face options
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 384 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.5%
- White
- 33.6%
- Black or African American
- 18.0%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 3.1%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.0%
- Female
- 49.2%
- Male
- 50.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.