Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada is a public charter elementary and middle school serving 927 students in grades K-8 in Sparks, Nevada. This high-performing school consistently outperforms the state and State Sponsored Charter Schools district on standardized tests, with 51.8% of students proficient or better in SBAC Mathematics and 54.8% proficient in SBAC Reading, compared to 45% and 54.1% for the district, respectively.
Pinecrest Academy stands out for its diverse student population, with 65.48% White, 19.31% Hispanic, and 7.87% two or more races, compared to the nearby Washoe County public schools. Additionally, the school has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (15.53%) than the surrounding schools, which range from 20.72% to 100%. Despite these differences, Pinecrest Academy achieves these strong academic results with a relatively lower spending per student ($5,965) compared to the nearby public schools, which range from $8,357 to $13,688 per student.
The consistent academic performance, diverse student population, and efficient use of resources at Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada suggest the school is effectively supporting student learning and achievement. This could present opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing with the nearby public schools, potentially benefiting students across the Sparks, Nevada region.
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In the 2022-23 school year, 927 students attended Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada.
Students at Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada are 65% White, 19% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 3% American Indian, 2% Asian, 1% African American.
Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada ranks 95th of 377 Nevada elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.