Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Sierra Nevada Academy Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 46% 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-11
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter's student population of 334 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter 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 Sierra Nevada Academy Charter is 0.62, 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
#580 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
29%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
54%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Sierra Nevada Academy Charter's ranking?
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter is ranked #580 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sierra Nevada Academy Charter often compared to?
Sierra Nevada Academy Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sierra Nevada Academy Charter?
334 students attend Sierra Nevada Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sierra Nevada Academy Charter students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Sierra Nevada Academy Charter offer ?
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11
What school district is Sierra Nevada Academy Charter part of?
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Nevada Academy Charter located?
Sierra Nevada Academy Charter is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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