Serving 1,081 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mater Bonanza 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 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mater Bonanza's student population of 1,081 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater Bonanza 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 Bonanza is 0.24, 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
#368 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
3%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Bonanza's ranking?
Mater Bonanza is ranked #368 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mater Bonanza often compared to?
Mater Bonanzais 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mater Bonanza?
1,081 students attend Mater Bonanza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mater Bonanza students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Bonanza?
Mater Bonanza has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Mater Bonanza offer ?
Mater Bonanza offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mater Bonanza part of?
Mater Bonanza is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater Bonanza located?
Mater Bonanza 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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