Serving 1,008 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Academy Skye Canyon ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon's student population of 1,008 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Skye Canyon is 0.65, 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
#35 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
24%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
52%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Skye Canyon's ranking?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon is ranked #35 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Somerset Academy Skye Canyon often compared to?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyonis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Centennial Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Skye Canyon?
1,008 students attend Somerset Academy Skye Canyon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Somerset Academy Skye Canyon students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Academy Skye Canyon?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy Skye Canyon offer ?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Somerset Academy Skye Canyon part of?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Academy Skye Canyon located?
Somerset Academy Skye Canyon is located in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Kyle Canyon.
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