Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Futuro Academy 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 13% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Futuro Academy Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Futuro Academy 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 Futuro Academy Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#599 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
44%
Black
10%
12%
White
5%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Futuro Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Futuro Academy Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Futuro Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Futuro Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bracken Walter Elementary School, Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Futuro Academy Elementary School?
462 students attend Futuro Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Futuro Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Futuro Academy Elementary School offer ?
Futuro Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Futuro Academy Elementary School part of?
Futuro Academy Elementary School is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Futuro Academy Elementary School located?
Futuro Academy Elementary School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 28 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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