NCLEX Data

NCLEX Pass Rates by School (86.7% National, 2025)

Compare first-time NCLEX-RN pass rates for accredited nursing schools nationwide. National average: 86.7%.

86.7%

National Avg (2026)

158

Schools in Database

Above 90%

Above National Avg

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National first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate: 86.7% (NCSBN 2025).
158 display-eligible RN rows in this verified board-sourced directory.

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Min rate:All 75%+85%+90%+95%+

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Pass rates start with the program. Compare accredited ADN and BSN programs, the pre-licensure paths to the NCLEX-RN, then check each school's outcomes in the data below.

NCLEX-RN First-Time Pass Rates — 2025

Showing 8 of 158 schools (95%+ filter)

#	School	Pass Rate	vs National Avg	Accreditation
151	Pima Community College Arizona	95.1%	+8.4% Excellent	ACEN	View School
152	Old Dominion University Virginia	95.1%	+8.4% Excellent	—	View School
153	Lee College Texas	95.1%	+8.4% Excellent	—	View School
154	CAROLINAS COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES North Carolina	95.1%	+8.4% Excellent	ACEN Accredited — associate (Charlotte, North Carolina). Source: ACEN program directory https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs retrieved 2026-09-23.	View School
155	Santa Ana College California	95.1%	+8.4% Excellent	ACEN Accredited — associate (Santa Ana, California). Source: ACEN program directory https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs retrieved 2026-09-23.	View School
156	Hartnell College California	95.0%	+8.3% Excellent	ACEN Accredited — associate, practical (Salinas, California). Source: ACEN program directory https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs retrieved 2026-09-23.	View School
157	Ambria College of Nursing (Judson University) Illinois	95.0%	+8.3% Excellent	ACEN	View School
158	Pomeroy College of Nursing at Crouse Hospital New York	95.0%	+8.3% Excellent	ACEN Accredited — associate (East Syracuse, New York). Source: ACEN program directory https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs retrieved 2026-09-23.	View School

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Data sourced from state boards of nursing and NCSBN annual reports. National average 86.7% (NCLEX-RN) and 86.6% (NCLEX-PN) per NCSBN 2025 report. Pass rates are first-time, first-attempt for graduates from accredited programs. Researchers and journalists: download the full dataset — free to reuse under CC BY 4.0 with attribution.

NCLEX pass rates in selected states

Ohio NCLEX pass ratesBoard-reported first-time NCLEX pass rates for Ohio nursing schools.
New York NCLEX pass ratesBoard-reported first-time NCLEX pass rates for New York nursing schools.
Alabama NCLEX pass ratesAlabama NCLEX page — no display-eligible N≥10 first-time RN rates in the current board file. Not a filled or pitchable school table.
Nursing programs for working adults in New YorkFlexible online and hybrid tracks for New York students who need to keep working.

NCLEX Pass Rates by State

Each state board of nursing publishes pass rates for programs in their jurisdiction.

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What is a good NCLEX pass rate for a nursing school?

The national NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate is approximately 86.7% (NCSBN 2025). Programs consistently above 90% are considered strong performers. Programs below 80% warrant scrutiny — ask why and what the school is doing to improve.

How are NCLEX pass rates calculated?

NCLEX pass rates reflect the percentage of first-time test-takers from a program who pass the exam within a given year. Schools with fewer than 25 candidates are often excluded from published reports to protect student privacy. Multi-year averages are more reliable than single-year snapshots.

What is the difference between NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN?

NCLEX-RN is the licensure exam for Registered Nurses (RN) — required after completing an ADN or BSN program. NCLEX-PN is the exam for Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVN) — required after completing an LPN/LVN diploma or certificate program. The national NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate is 86.7%; the NCLEX-PN rate is 86.6%.

Where does this pass rate data come from?

Pass rate data is sourced from state boards of nursing, which are required to publish institutional NCLEX pass rates annually. Data is compiled from the most recent available reporting year. Sources include the NCSBN annual report and individual state board publications.

Can I filter NCLEX pass rates by state?

Yes — choose your state at the top of this page, or use the state list below the table. Each state board of nursing publishes pass rates for programs within their jurisdiction.

Why do NCLEX pass rates vary so much between schools?

Pass rates are influenced by admissions selectivity, curriculum quality, NCLEX preparation resources, student support services, and the mix of full-time vs. part-time students. Smaller programs can show high variance year-to-year due to small cohort sizes. Always look at 3–5 year averages when evaluating a school.