Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Teach Las Vegas 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 332 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Teach Las Vegas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Teach Las Vegas's student population of 332 students has grown by 196% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Teach Las Vegas 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 Teach Las Vegas 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
#494 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
53%
44%
Black
22%
12%
White
14%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teach Las Vegas's ranking?
Teach Las Vegas is ranked #494 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Teach Las Vegas?
332 students attend Teach Las Vegas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Teach Las Vegas students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Teach Las Vegas offer ?
Teach Las Vegas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Teach Las Vegas part of?
Teach Las Vegas is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Teach Las Vegas located?
Teach Las Vegas is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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