Serving 982 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Doral 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%).
Minority enrollment is 57% 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-8
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- 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 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 Cactus's student population of 982 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Doral 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 Cactus is 0.73, 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
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
21%
44%
Black
6%
12%
White
43%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Doral Cactus's ranking?
Doral Cactus is ranked #44 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Doral Cactus often compared to?
Doral Cactusis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest 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 Cactus?
982 students attend Doral Cactus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Doral Cactus students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Doral Cactus offer ?
Doral Cactus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Doral Cactus part of?
Doral Cactus is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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