Serving 117 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Charter School Sandhill ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Charter School Sandhill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Discovery Charter School Sandhill's student population of 117 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Charter School Sandhill ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter School Sandhill is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
50%
46%
Black
15%
12%
White
22%
26%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
47%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter School Sandhill's ranking?
Discovery Charter School Sandhill is ranked #414 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter School Sandhill?
117 students attend Discovery Charter School Sandhill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Discovery Charter School Sandhill students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Charter School Sandhill?
Discovery Charter School Sandhill has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter School Sandhill offer ?
Discovery Charter School Sandhill offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Charter School Sandhill part of?
Discovery Charter School Sandhill is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools.
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