Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mariposa Language And Learning Academy 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy's student population of 182 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy 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 Mariposa Language And Learning Academy is 0.12, 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
#203 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
94%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
3%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Mariposa Language And Learning Academy's ranking?
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy is ranked #203 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mariposa Language And Learning Academy?
182 students attend Mariposa Language And Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mariposa Language And Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mariposa Language And Learning Academy?
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mariposa Language And Learning Academy offer ?
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mariposa Language And Learning Academy part of?
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
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