Serving 997 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada 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 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada's student population of 997 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada 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 Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada is 0.53, 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
#121 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
19:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
20%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
65%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada's ranking?
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada is ranked #121 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada often compared to?
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevadais often viewed alongside schools like Alyce Taylor Elementary School, Spanish Springs Elementary School, Yvonne Shaw Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada?
997 students attend Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada?
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada offer ?
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada part of?
Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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