Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's student population of 400 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is 0.70, 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
#163 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
38%
45%
Black
7%
12%
White
37%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
3%
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 Discovery Charter School Hillpointe's ranking?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is ranked #163 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe?
400 students attend Discovery Charter School Hillpointe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Charter School Hillpointe?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offer ?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe part of?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Charter School Hillpointe located?
Discovery Charter School Hillpointe is located in the Summerlin North neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in Summerlin North.
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