Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy 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% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy's student population of 706 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy 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 Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is 0.68, 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
#295 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
39%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy's ranking?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is ranked #295 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy often compared to?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Billinghurst Middle School, Darrel Swope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy?
706 students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offer ?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy part of?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy located?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.
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