Serving 723 students in grades 6-8, Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy 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 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy's student population of 723 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy 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
#327 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
43%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy's ranking?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is ranked #327 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy often compared to?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Darrel Swope Middle School, Billinghurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy?
723 students attend Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offer ?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy part of?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy located?
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.
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