Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silver Sands Montessori ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Sands Montessori's student population of 243 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Sands Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Sands Montessori is 0.68, 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
#318 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
49%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
25%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Silver Sands Montessori's ranking?
Silver Sands Montessori is ranked #318 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Silver Sands Montessori often compared to?
Silver Sands Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Sky Pointe by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Silver Sands Montessori?
243 students attend Silver Sands Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Silver Sands Montessori students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Sands Montessori?
Silver Sands Montessori has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Silver Sands Montessori offer ?
Silver Sands Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Silver Sands Montessori part of?
Silver Sands Montessori is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Sands Montessori located?
Silver Sands Montessori is located in the Green Valley North neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Green Valley North.
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