Serving 999 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Doral Academy Cactus ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doral Academy Cactus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Doral Academy Cactus's student population of 999 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
999 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Doral Academy Cactus ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doral Academy Cactus is 0.76, which is more 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
#44 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
23%
45%
Black
5%
12%
White
38%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
15%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doral Academy Cactus's ranking?
Doral Academy Cactus is ranked #44 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Doral Academy Cactus often compared to?
Doral Academy Cactusis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada St Rose by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Doral Academy Cactus?
999 students attend Doral Academy Cactus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Doral Academy Cactus students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doral Academy Cactus?
Doral Academy Cactus has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Doral Academy Cactus offer ?
Doral Academy Cactus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doral Academy Cactus part of?
Doral Academy Cactus is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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