Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Sierra Nevada Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 49% 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-9
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Nevada Charter's student population of 316 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Nevada Charter 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 Sierra Nevada Charter is 0.64, 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
#532 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
30%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
51%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Nevada Charter's ranking?
Sierra Nevada Charter is ranked #532 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sierra Nevada Charter often compared to?
Sierra Nevada Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Coral Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Sierra Nevada Charter?
316 students attend Sierra Nevada Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sierra Nevada Charter students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Sierra Nevada Charter offer ?
Sierra Nevada Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Sierra Nevada Charter part of?
Sierra Nevada Charter is part of Washoe County School District.
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