Serving 900 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Founders Of Las Vegas ranks in the top 50% 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 27% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 60% 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-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Founders Of Las Vegas's student population of 900 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Founders Of Las Vegas 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 Founders Of Las Vegas is 0.68, 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
#207 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
39%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Founders Of Las Vegas's ranking?
Founders Of Las Vegas is ranked #207 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Founders Of Las Vegas?
The graduation rate of Founders Of Las Vegas is 80%, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Founders Of Las Vegas?
900 students attend Founders Of Las Vegas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Founders Of Las Vegas students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Founders Of Las Vegas offer ?
Founders Of Las Vegas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Founders Of Las Vegas part of?
Founders Of Las Vegas is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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