Serving 282 students in grades 6-12, Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 1, 2026
School Motto
Personalizing Education – Challenging Minds
School Rankings
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs 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 Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is 0.69, 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
#161 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
46%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
30%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs's ranking?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is ranked #161 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs often compared to?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Sandy Ridge, Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
The graduation rate of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
282 students attend Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs offer ?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs part of?
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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