Serving 375 students in grades 6-8, Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle 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 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School's student population of 375 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle 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 Middle School is 0.48, 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
#418 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
44%
Black
67%
12%
White
3%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
42%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School is ranked #418 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School?
375 students attend Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School offer ?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School part of?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle School located?
Democracy Prep At Agassi Middle 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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