Serving 226 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silver Sands Montessori ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Sands Montessori's student population of 226 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Sands Montessori ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Sands Montessori is 0.64, 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
#383 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Sands Montessori's ranking?
Silver Sands Montessori is ranked #383 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Silver Sands Montessori often compared to?
Silver Sands Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Sky Pointe by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Silver Sands Montessori?
226 students attend Silver Sands Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Silver Sands Montessori students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Sands Montessori?
Silver Sands Montessori has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Sands Montessori offer ?
Silver Sands Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Sands Montessori part of?
Silver Sands Montessori is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools.
In what neighborhood is Silver Sands Montessori located?
Silver Sands Montessori is located in the Green Valley North neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Green Valley North.
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