Serving 667 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Archie Clayton PRE-AP Academy Middle School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy's student population of 667 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#312 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
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 #312 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 Darrel Swope Middle School, Billinghurst 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 30% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy?
667 students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offer ?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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