Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's student population of 404 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is 0.69, 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
#182 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
39%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
12%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's ranking?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is ranked #182 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe?
404 students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offer ?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe part of?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe located?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is located in the Summerlin North neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in Summerlin North.
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