Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Summary:

Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence is a public charter school serving grades K-12 in Henderson, Nevada, part of the State Sponsored Charter Schools district, which is ranked 2nd out of 13 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Pinecrest Academy consistently outperforms the state and its district on standardized tests across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, 59.7% of Pinecrest students were proficient or better in SBAC Mathematics, compared to 45% for the district and 32.6% for the state. Pinecrest's 11th grade students also significantly outperform their peers on the ACT exam, with 45.3% proficient or better in ACT Mathematics, compared to 22.6% for the district and 19.4% for the state. Additionally, Pinecrest Academy spends significantly more per student ($6,349 in 2021-2022) compared to the state average, which may contribute to its strong academic performance.

When compared to other nearby charter schools in the same district, Somerset Academy Losee, CIVICA Academy, and Mater Academy East, Pinecrest Academy stands out as the highest-performing, with significantly higher mathematics and reading proficiency rates. The school's focus on college readiness, as evidenced by its ACT results, is also a notable strength.


Detail:

Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

 225 Grand Cadence Dr.
       Henderson, NV  89015


(702) 202-2227

District: State Sponsored Charter Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
37th of 377 Nevada Alternative Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $6,349 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  28.6 Help
Number of students:  2,209

Racial breakdown:

White:
42.1%
Hispanic:
32.1%
Two or more races:
10.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  31.7% Help


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Compare Details Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence ranks better than 90.2% of elementary schools in Nevada. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 87.47. (See more...)
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Compare Details Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence ranks better than 93.5% of middle schools in Nevada. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 91.35. (See more...)
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Compare Details Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence ranks better than 82.5% of high schools in Nevada. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 81.11. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (42.1%), Hispanic (32.1%), two or more races (10.5%). (See more...)
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Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence is 28.6. 5 alternative schools in the State Sponsored Charter Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence is $6,349. 7 alternative schools in the State Sponsored Charter Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence:

SchoolDigger ranks Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence 37th of 377 Nevada public elementary schools. (See Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence in the ranking list.)
SchoolDigger ranks Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence 10th of 153 Nevada public middle schools. (See Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence in the ranking list.)
SchoolDigger ranks Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence 17th of 97 Nevada public high schools. (See Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks State Sponsored Charter Schools 2nd of 13 Nevada school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2016 84.10 49th 347 85.9%
2017 89.56 30th 351 91.5%
2019 85.79 46th 388 88.1%
2021 79.48 46th 324 85.8%
2022 83.55 57th 380 85.0%
2023 92.05 21st 384 94.5%
2024 87.47 37th 377 90.2%
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Data source: test scores: Nevada Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2016 77.24 23rd 122 81.1%
2017 86.22 11th 126 91.3%
2019 83.42 18th 159 88.7%
2021 73.41 37th 145 74.5%
2022 75.85 36th 151 76.2%
2023 77.62 36th 152 76.3%
2024 91.35 10th 153 93.5%
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Data source: test scores: Nevada Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Rank History for all high school students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 67.95 27th 101 73.3%
2022 78.14 22nd 96 77.1%
2023 82.71 18th 96 81.3%
2024 81.11 17th 97 82.5%
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Rank History for high school Multi-racial students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 74.07 2nd 19 89.5%
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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 52.98 38th 109 65.1%
2024 81.89 13th 60 78.3%
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Rank History for high school Female students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 61.71 39th 121 67.8%
2021 69.17 27th 73 63.0%
2022 60.90 27th 67 59.7%
2023 90.87 6th 70 91.4%
2024 88.22 10th 68 85.3%
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Rank History for high school Male students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 76.81 26th 126 79.4%
2021 70.46 19th 75 74.7%
2022 87.09 10th 75 86.7%
2023 80.81 16th 75 78.7%
2024 86.21 12th 77 84.4%
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Rank History for high school Hispanic students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 60.99 30th 110 72.7%
2024 91.09 8th 60 86.7%
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Rank History for high school White students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 60.00 43rd 117 63.2%
2021 53.52 32nd 75 57.3%
2022 76.48 15th 66 77.3%
2023 90.97 5th 62 91.9%
2024 82.72 12th 65 81.5%
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Data source: test scores: Nevada Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

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Data source: Nevada Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Sunday, May 16, 2021

Open Quote They refuse to do anything about children that need 504 plans or IEPs. It’s disgusting the lack of care they give to students that care about their education but just need accommodations. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Open Quote This school has taught my daughter so much! She is in kindergarten and is reading and doing math at 1st-2nd grade level already! She loves the school and is always having fun. They offer great programs for all ages including PreK. They also offer after care at a low fee and offer help with homework, outside play time and provide snacks. Very happy with this school and would highly recommend it. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2013 620 30 35 39 15 17 8 0 764
2014 699 40 31 74 11 16 14 0 885
2015 653 32 25 180 4 8 35 0 937
2016 1346 93 148 497 13 39 205 0 2341
2017 2026 189 266 793 16 59 367 0 3716
2018 669 83 66 320 3 12 108 0 1261
2019 802 118 96 438 6 26 142 0 1628
2020 877 131 99 507 8 29 163 0 1814
2021 888 151 106 561 10 39 186 0 1941
2022 925 125 116 634 9 45 222 2 2078
2023 930 141 146 708 8 43 231 2 2209

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 764 35.0 21.8 7.1
2014 885 41.0 21.5 13.6
2015 937 42.0 22.3 7.5
2016 2341 88.0 26.6 7
2017 3716 148.0 25.1 15.2
2018 1261 54.5 23.1 18
2019 1628 85.0 19.1 30.8
2020 1814 86.0 21.0 30.9
2021 1941 105.0 18.4 28.9
2022 2078 n/a n/a 32.3
2023 2209 77.0 28.6 31.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 764 35.0 21.8 7.1
2014 885 41.0 21.5 13.6
2015 937 42.0 22.3 7.5
2016 2341 88.0 26.6 7
2017 3716 148.0 25.1 15.2
2018 1261 54.5 23.1 18
2019 1628 85.0 19.1 30.8
2020 1814 86.0 21.0 30.9
2021 1941 105.0 18.4 28.9
2022 2078 n/a n/a 32.3
2023 2209 77.0 28.6 31.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $245 (3.2%) $7,380 (96.8%) $7,624
2020 $488 (7.2%) $6,288 (92.8%) $6,775
2021 $402 (6.8%) $5,539 (93.2%) $5,941
2022 $967 (15.2%) $5,381 (84.8%) $6,349

Data source: Nevada Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 46th of 388 Elementary schoolsRanks 21st of 384 Elementary schools
 6.4%
Ranks 18th of 159 Middle schoolsRanks 36th of 152 Middle schools
 12.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)71.265.2
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)60.156.8
 3.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Nevada)47.841.4
 6.4%
3rd Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)73.665.2
 8.4%
   3rd Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)56.852.1
 4.7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Nevada)46.340.9
 5.4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)63.362.9
 0.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)55.751.8
 3.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)43.937.6
 6.3%
4th Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)58.361.4
 3.1%
   4th Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)60.453
 7.4%
   4th Grade Reading (Nevada)49.241.7
 7.5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)61.862.8
 1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)47.945.8
 2.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)36.830.5
 6.3%
5th Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)67.269
 1.8%
   5th Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)63.357.4
 5.9%
   5th Grade Reading (Nevada)51.943.7
 8.2%
5th Grade Science (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)49.651
 1.4%
   5th Grade Science (State Sponsored Charter Schools)34.929.4
 5.5%
   5th Grade Science (Nevada)24.619.1
 5.5%
6th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)55.356.3
 1%
   6th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)45.540
 5.5%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)34.228
 6.2%
6th Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)60.962.3
 1.4%
   6th Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)57.351.2
 6.1%
   6th Grade Reading (Nevada)45.838.4
 7.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)58.549.2
 9.3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)43.438.6
 4.8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)32.427.6
 4.8%
7th Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)7259.1
 12.9%
   7th Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)62.255.2
 7%
   7th Grade Reading (Nevada)49.942.1
 7.8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)44.742.9
 1.8%
   8th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)38.234.1
 4.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)30.322.8
 7.5%
8th Grade Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)71.145.3
 25.8%
   8th Grade Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)59.951.4
 8.5%
   8th Grade Reading (Nevada)47.539.4
 8.1%
8th Grade Science (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)49.337.9
 11.4%
   8th Grade Science (State Sponsored Charter Schools)44.843
 1.8%
   8th Grade Science (Nevada)36.832.7
 4.1%
9th Grade Science (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)4033
 7%
   9th Grade Science (State Sponsored Charter Schools)29.424.3
 5.1%
   9th Grade Science (Nevada)27.721.1
 6.6%
11th Grade Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)34.946.2
 11.3%
   11th Grade Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)25.324.8
 0.5%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)25.519.7
 5.8%
11th Grade English (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)60.373.8
 13.5%
   11th Grade English (State Sponsored Charter Schools)53.353.3
   11th Grade English (Nevada)46.745.9
 0.8%
All Grades Mathematics (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)58.354.6
 3.7%
   All Grades Mathematics (State Sponsored Charter Schools)48.444.3
 4.1%
   All Grades Mathematics (Nevada)37.531.3
 6.2%
All Grades Reading (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)67.259.1
 8.1%
   All Grades Reading (State Sponsored Charter Schools)6053.3
 6.7%
   All Grades Reading (Nevada)48.541
 7.5%
All Grades Science (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)49.542.8
 6.7%
   All Grades Science (State Sponsored Charter Schools)39.636.3
 3.3%
   All Grades Science (Nevada)30.526
 4.5%
All Grades Science (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence)38.332.3
 6%
   All Grades Science (State Sponsored Charter Schools)30.523.3
 7.2%
   All Grades Science (Nevada)26.920.1
 6.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students16282209
 35.7%
African American118141
 19.5%
American Indian68
 33.3%
Asian96146
 52.1%
Hispanic438708
 61.6%
Pacific Islander2643
 65.4%
White802930
 16%
Two or More Races142231
 62.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients30.8%31.7%
 0.9%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence

Yes. Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence ranks in the top 9.8% of Nevada alternative schools.

Students at Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence are 42% White, 32% Hispanic, 10% Two or more races, 7% Asian, 6% African American, 2% Pacific Islander.

In the 2022-23 school year, 2,209 students attended Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence.


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