ACADEMY OF ART CAREERS AND TECHNOLOGY

Academy of Art Careers and Technology is a public high school that is part of the Washoe County school district, located in Reno, NV with about 576 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 24 teachers, Academy of Art Careers and Technology 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.

The Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology (AACT) is a specialized magnet high school located in Reno, Nevada, that operates under the Washoe County School District. Unlike a traditional comprehensive high school, AACT is designed for students who are looking for a focused, career-oriented education. It offers a unique curriculum that integrates rigorous academic coursework with intensive technical and professional training, allowing students to specialize in fields such as information technology, engineering, biomedical science, culinary arts, business, and various creative arts.

The school is structured to bridge the gap between secondary education and the workforce or higher education. Students at AACT typically spend half of their day in their chosen "academy" or career path, engaging in hands-on projects, industry-standard equipment training, and professional certifications. This environment fosters a collegiate atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, collaboration, and technical expertise, often participating in internships or earning college credits while completing their high school diploma.

For more information, contact Academy of Art Careers and Technology at (775) 861-4418 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
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ACADEMY OF ART CAREERS AND TECHNOLOGY is a public school in Reno, NV with about 576 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nevada

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Washoe County
Total Students:
576
Teachers:
24.5
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:
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 576 students

White
55.0%
Hispanic/Latino
29.3%
Two or more races
7.3%
Asian
5.4%
Black or African American
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
61.6%
Male
38.4%

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.