Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, High Desert Montessori 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
High Desert Montessori's student population of 468 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Desert Montessori 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 High Desert Montessori is 0.59, 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
#424 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
30%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
57%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Desert Montessori's ranking?
High Desert Montessori is ranked #424 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are High Desert Montessori often compared to?
High Desert Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Bailey Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend High Desert Montessori?
468 students attend High Desert Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of High Desert Montessori students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does High Desert Montessori offer ?
High Desert Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is High Desert Montessori part of?
High Desert Montessori is part of Washoe County School District.
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