Serving 300 students in grades 6-12, Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 69% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs 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 Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs 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
#279 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
45%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
31%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs's ranking?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is ranked #279 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs often compared to?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Sandy Ridge, Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
The graduation rate of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
300 students attend Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs offer ?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs part of?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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