CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL AND THE LEADERSHIP AND LAW PREPAR

Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Prepar is a Title I public high school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in North Las Vegas, NV with about 2,889 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 119 teachers, Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Prepar has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Canyon Springs High School, located in North Las Vegas, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the students of the Clark County School District. The campus is notably recognized for housing the Leadership and Law Preparatory Academy, a specialized magnet program designed to provide students with a rigorous, focused curriculum. This academy is specifically tailored for those interested in pursuing careers in criminal justice, law, public administration, and community leadership, offering a unique blend of traditional academics and practical, field-related training.

Beyond its specialized academy, Canyon Springs functions as a vital community hub, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and student organizations. The school emphasizes a culture of civic engagement and academic development, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success. By integrating specialized career-pathway instruction with standard high school requirements, the institution provides students with both the foundational knowledge and the professional perspective necessary for future leadership roles.

For more information, contact Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Prepar at (702) 799-1870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

350 E. Alexander Rd.
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
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CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL AND THE LEADERSHIP AND LAW PREPAR is a public Title I school in North Las Vegas, NV with about 2,889 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nevada

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Clark County
Total Students:
2,889
Teachers:
119
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 2,889 students

Hispanic/Latino
61.8%
Black or African American
28.0%
White
4.4%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

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.