Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's student population of 359 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's ranking?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is ranked #267 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe?
359 students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offer ?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe part of?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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