Knudson K O Academy of the Arts vs Valley HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nevada, United States, 969 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knudson K O Academy of the Arts
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,176 students
Valley HS
Las Vegas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,467 students
| Measure | Knudson K O Academy of the Arts Las Vegas, Nevada | Valley HS Las Vegas, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 106 | #85 of 98 |
| National rank | #12983 of 15,369 | #16700 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,176 | 2,467 |
| Enrollment | 1,176 | 2,467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 10% |
| city | Las Vegas | Las Vegas |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Knudson K O Academy of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.3 vs 8.6).
- •Knudson K O Academy of the Arts does better on math proficiency (24% vs 10%).
- •Knudson K O Academy of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 25%).
- •Knudson K O Academy of the Arts does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.2).
- •Valley HS is the larger school with 2,467 students compared with 1,176.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Knudson K O Academy of the Arts better than Valley HS?
On the Success Index (US), Knudson K O Academy of the Arts ranks higher (24.3 vs 8.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Knudson K O Academy of the Arts and Valley HS?
About 969 m in a straight line, between Las Vegas and Las Vegas in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Knudson K O Academy of the Arts: 1,176. Valley HS: 2,467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Knudson K O Academy of the Arts and Valley HS rank in Nevada?
Knudson K O Academy of the Arts is 56th of 106 and Valley HS is 85th of 98 among middle schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).