Serving 871 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon's student population of 871 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon is 0.67, 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
#24 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
45%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon's ranking?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon is ranked #24 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon often compared to?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizonis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Cadence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon?
871 students attend Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon offer ?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon part of?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon located?
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Horizon is located in the River Mountain neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in River Mountain.
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