Serving 279 students in grades 6-12, Explore Knowledge J-shs ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Knowledge J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Explore Knowledge J-shs's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Explore Knowledge J-shs ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explore Knowledge J-shs is 0.70, 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
#187 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
40%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
36%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 J-shs's ranking?
Explore Knowledge J-shs is ranked #187 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Explore Knowledge J-shs often compared to?
Explore Knowledge J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Sandy Ridge, Explore Knowledge Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Knowledge J-shs?
The graduation rate of Explore Knowledge J-shs is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Explore Knowledge J-shs?
279 students attend Explore Knowledge J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Explore Knowledge J-shs students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Explore Knowledge J-shs offer ?
Explore Knowledge J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Explore Knowledge J-shs part of?
Explore Knowledge J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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