Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School 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 Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#275 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
81%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Sandy Ridge, Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School?
329 students attend Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School?
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School offer ?
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School part of?
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
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