Serving 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mariposa Dual Language Academy ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariposa Dual Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Mariposa Dual Language Academy's student population of 173 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mariposa Dual Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mariposa Dual Language Academy is 0.08, 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
#383 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
96%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
2%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mariposa Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Mariposa Dual Language Academy is ranked #383 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Mariposa Dual Language Academy?
173 students attend Mariposa Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mariposa Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Mariposa Dual Language Academy offer ?
Mariposa Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mariposa Dual Language Academy part of?
Mariposa Dual Language Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
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