Serving 1,083 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Founders Academy Of Las Vegas 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 40% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas's student population of 1,083 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,083 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas 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 Founders Academy Of Las Vegas 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
#189 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
43%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
36%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Founders Academy Of Las Vegas's ranking?
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas is ranked #189 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Founders Academy Of Las Vegas?
The graduation rate of Founders Academy Of Las Vegas is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Founders Academy Of Las Vegas?
1,083 students attend Founders Academy Of Las Vegas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Founders Academy Of Las Vegas students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Founders Academy Of Las Vegas?
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Founders Academy Of Las Vegas offer ?
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Founders Academy Of Las Vegas part of?
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Founders Academy Of Las Vegas located?
Founders Academy Of Las Vegas is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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