Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School 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 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#356 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
44%
Black
73%
12%
White
2%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
62%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School's ranking?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School?
521 students attend Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School offer ?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School part of?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School located?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Elementary School is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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