The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 21-39% (which was lower than the Nevada state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-59% (which was lower than the Nevada state average of 67%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)21-39%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)40-59%
67%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(09-10)8%
2%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
8%
Hispanic
(09-10)12%
38%
Black
(09-10)n/a
11%
White
(09-10)80%
41%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% NV state average).
How many students attend Sierra Crest Academy?
66 students attend Sierra Crest Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sierra Crest Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Sierra Crest Academy offer ?
Sierra Crest Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Sierra Crest Academy part of?
Sierra Crest Academy is part of Douglas County School District.
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