Serving 1,903 students in grades Prekindergarten-11, Mater Academy East 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 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 1,903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mater Academy East's student population of 1,903 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Total Students
1,903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater Academy East 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 Mater Academy East 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
#422 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
44%
Black
10%
12%
White
4%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Academy East's ranking?
Mater Academy East is ranked #422 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mater Academy East often compared to?
Mater Academy Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Equipo Academy, Snyder William E Elementary School, Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy East?
1,903 students attend Mater Academy East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mater Academy East students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy East?
Mater Academy East has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Mater Academy East offer ?
Mater Academy East offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-11
What school district is Mater Academy East part of?
Mater Academy East is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater Academy East located?
Mater Academy East 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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