Serving 1,012 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Academy Lone Mountain ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain's student population of 1,012 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Lone Mountain 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
#110 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
40%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
39%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Somerset Academy Lone Mountain's ranking?
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain is ranked #110 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Lone Mountain?
1,012 students attend Somerset Academy Lone Mountain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Somerset Academy Lone Mountain students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Academy Lone Mountain?
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy Lone Mountain offer ?
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Somerset Academy Lone Mountain part of?
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Academy Lone Mountain located?
Somerset Academy Lone Mountain is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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