Serving 995 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Skye Canyon 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 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 995 students
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Skye Canyon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Skye Canyon's student population of 995 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Skye Canyon 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 Somerset Skye Canyon is 0.65, 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
#35 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
23%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
53%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Somerset Skye Canyon's ranking?
Somerset Skye Canyon is ranked #35 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Somerset Skye Canyon often compared to?
Somerset Skye Canyonis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Centennial Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Somerset Skye Canyon?
995 students attend Somerset Skye Canyon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Somerset Skye Canyon students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Somerset Skye Canyon offer ?
Somerset Skye Canyon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Somerset Skye Canyon part of?
Somerset Skye Canyon is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Skye Canyon located?
Somerset Skye Canyon is located in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Kyle Canyon.
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