Serving 37 students in grades 1-12, Turning Point 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turning Point ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Turning Point's student population of 37 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turning Point 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 Turning Point is 0.60, 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
#425 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
27%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
57%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turning Point's ranking?
Turning Point is ranked #425 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Turning Point often compared to?
Turning Pointis often viewed alongside schools like Washoe Inspire Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turning Point?
The graduation rate of Turning Point is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Turning Point?
37 students attend Turning Point.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Turning Point students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Turning Point offer ?
Turning Point offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Turning Point part of?
Turning Point is part of Washoe County School District.
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