SOUTH ACADEMIC CENTER

South Academic Center is a public high school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 123 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 18 teachers, South Academic Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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.

The **South Academic Center**, located at 1905 S. Atlantic St. in Las Vegas, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Clark County School District (CCSD). It functions primarily as an alternative education site, often serving students who require a different environment than that of a traditional comprehensive high school. The center focuses on providing flexible credit recovery programs, vocational training, or behavioral support, aiming to keep students on track for graduation who might otherwise struggle in a conventional classroom setting.

The school is designed to offer a more personalized approach to learning, emphasizing smaller class sizes and focused academic intervention. By providing targeted resources and a supportive atmosphere, the South Academic Center helps students overcome academic or personal challenges to earn their diplomas. It remains an essential component of the district’s efforts to promote equity and student success by ensuring that a wide range of learners have access to a pathway toward high school completion.

For more information, contact South Academic Center at (702) 799-2070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.