Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Summary:

Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy is a public magnet middle school in Reno, Nevada, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 723 students. The school is part of the Washoe County School District, which is ranked 5 out of 13 in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy consistently outperforms the Washoe County and Nevada state averages in SBAC test scores across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in SBAC Reading (39.7%) and Science (42.2%) for all grades were significantly higher than the Washoe County (41.1% and 27.5%) and Nevada (41.3% and 25.1%) averages. The school has a strong track record of high rankings and ratings from SchoolDigger, consistently ranking in the top 50 middle schools in Nevada with a 4-star rating in the past. Additionally, the school has demonstrated exceptional performance for specific student subgroups, such as ranking in the top 5 for Asian students, top 6 for Special Education students, and top 17 for Hispanic students among Nevada middle schools in 2017-2018.

While Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy has maintained a high level of academic performance, the school has experienced a significant increase in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 40.08% in 2021-2022 to 99.86% in 2022-2023, indicating a shift in the socioeconomic status of the student population. When compared to nearby middle schools in the Washoe County School District, William Obrien Middle School, Desert Skies Middle School, and Edward L. Pine Middle School, Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy emerges as a standout performer in academic achievement, ranking, and ratings.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 6-8

 1295 Wyoming Avenue
       Reno, NV  89503


(775) 746-5860

District: Washoe County

SchoolDigger Rank:
74th of 153 Nevada Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,115 Help


Feeder schools for Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy:

Elementary:    Elmcrest Elementary
    Grace Warner Elementary
    Peavine Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  22.3 Help
Number of students:  723

Racial breakdown:

White:
42.7%
Hispanic:
36.4%
Two or more races:
8.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  99.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy ranks better than 51.6% of middle schools in Nevada. It also ranks 9th among 18 ranked middle schools in the Washoe County School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 46.41. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (42.7%), Hispanic (36.4%), two or more races (8.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 99.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy is 22.3. 13 middle schools in the Washoe County School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy employs 32.3 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy is $10,115, which is the 7th highest among 18 middle schools in the Washoe County School District.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy 74th of 153 Nevada public middle schools. (See Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy in the ranking list.)

Washoe County:

SchoolDigger ranks Washoe County 5th of 13 Nevada school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

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Rank History for all students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 80.74 16th 71 77.5%
2008 42.10 49th 82 40.2%
2009 44.79 48th 83 42.2%
2010 51.25 38th 70 45.7%
2011 49.10 46th 82 43.9%
2012 55.53 38th 84 54.8%
2013 82.50 17th 121 86.0%
2014 76.73 21st 117 82.1%
2016 73.46 27th 122 77.9%
2017 73.02 29th 126 77.0%
2018 78.27 24th 114 78.9%
2019 75.42 38th 159 76.1%
2021 48.62 69th 145 52.4%
2022 46.85 75th 151 50.3%
2023 43.28 79th 152 48.0%
2024 46.41 74th 153 51.6%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.37 26th 60 56.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.04 38th 75 49.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.85 6th 84 92.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.63 30th 100 70.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.37 22nd 106 79.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.06 20th 108 81.5%
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Rank History for Asian students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 76.00 5th 44 88.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.71 17th 95 82.1%
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Rank History for White students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NV State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.95 24th 105 77.1%
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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.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Reviews:
by a student
Friday, May 29, 2015

Open Quote I went there my 6th and 7th year.... I had an AMAZING time, I had the best teachers, and met a lot of great people. Made some of my best friends there. I think that the teachers are very helpful and teach in very understandable ways. Overall I had an EXCELLENT time there. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Open Quote This school is unwilling to take in consideration that some children are dealing with crises like death, divorce, losing homes, and are unwilling to work with parents and the students. Communication was very poor and deceiving from the vice principal and the principal was not informed or just did not want to be bothered with the situation at hand. When Clayton says they are like a wolf pack they are not kidding this school treats every one the same and not as people with individual circumstances or situations. Clayton would rather suspend a student to make an example out of them then to give detention so the child will learn from there mistakes. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 518 8 27 37 9 n/a n/a 0 599
1989 530 9 39 40 9 n/a n/a 0 627
1990 584 5 32 48 13 n/a n/a 0 682
1991 416 11 38 68 14 n/a n/a 0 547
1992 431 9 35 71 6 n/a n/a 0 552
1993 416 15 35 65 7 n/a n/a 0 538
1994 463 17 47 63 6 n/a n/a 0 596
1995 370 24 38 84 13 n/a n/a 0 529
1996 370 24 38 84 13 n/a n/a 0 529
1997 440 26 37 112 17 n/a n/a 0 632
1998 454 27 53 111 11 n/a n/a 0 656
1999 446 25 56 122 14 n/a n/a 0 663
2000 440 18 58 147 15 n/a n/a 0 678
2001 459 18 55 169 18 n/a n/a 0 719
2002 427 24 68 171 16 n/a n/a 0 706
2003 427 24 68 171 16 n/a n/a 0 706
2004 400 44 58 191 19 n/a n/a 0 712
2005 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 730 730
2006 364 39 70 233 24 n/a n/a 0 730
2007 363 31 73 231 12 n/a n/a 0 710
2008 347 39 59 243 18 n/a n/a 0 706
2009 339 37 40 203 22 n/a n/a 0 641
2010 276 32 45 192 16 n/a n/a 0 561
2011 247 28 45 208 9 8 25 0 570
2012 281 24 44 241 15 11 42 0 658
2013 316 27 32 232 9 11 42 0 669
2014 347 22 38 256 5 14 46 0 728
2015 319 24 36 275 6 13 54 0 727
2016 294 26 34 293 2 10 51 0 710
2017 297 25 38 280 6 12 50 0 708
2018 350 30 38 288 4 15 53 0 778
2019 340 26 45 295 3 12 55 0 776
2020 343 31 51 272 7 14 76 0 794
2021 288 29 40 279 3 16 73 0 728
2022 283 27 39 277 2 11 66 1 706
2023 309 38 32 263 7 10 63 1 723

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 Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 599 31.0 19.3 n/a
1989 627 34.0 18.4 9.3
1990 682 30.0 22.7 7.9
1991 547 28.0 19.5 16.3
1992 552 28.0 19.7 17.9
1993 538 29.0 18.6 20.4
1994 596 29.0 20.6 19.5
1995 529 28.0 18.9 31
1996 529 28.0 18.9 31
1997 632 29.5 21.4 19.1
1998 656 32.5 20.2 30.9
1999 663 32.7 20.3 36.8
2000 678 34.5 19.7 38.9
2001 719 36.5 19.7 36
2002 706 35.0 20.2 38.4
2003 706 35.0 20.2 38.4
2004 712 42.5 16.8 40
2005 730 n/a n/a n/a
2006 730 37.0 19.7 n/a
2007 710 37.0 19.2 n/a
2008 706 37.0 19.1 48.6
2009 641 34.0 18.9 43.7
2010 561 26.0 21.5 54
2011 570 30.5 18.6 62.5
2012 658 33.5 19.6 51.4
2013 669 29.5 22.6 50.8
2014 728 32.0 22.7 54.8
2015 727 33.0 22.0 54.1
2016 710 32.0 22.1 56.6
2017 708 32.5 21.7 52.1
2018 778 34.5 22.5 49.5
2019 776 38.0 20.4 50.1
2020 794 44.0 18.0 48.6
2021 728 47.0 15.4 42.3
2022 706 n/a n/a 40.1
2023 723 32.3 22.3 99.9

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 Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 599 31.0 19.3 n/a
1989 627 34.0 18.4 9.3
1990 682 30.0 22.7 7.9
1991 547 28.0 19.5 16.3
1992 552 28.0 19.7 17.9
1993 538 29.0 18.6 20.4
1994 596 29.0 20.6 19.5
1995 529 28.0 18.9 31
1996 529 28.0 18.9 31
1997 632 29.5 21.4 19.1
1998 656 32.5 20.2 30.9
1999 663 32.7 20.3 36.8
2000 678 34.5 19.7 38.9
2001 719 36.5 19.7 36
2002 706 35.0 20.2 38.4
2003 706 35.0 20.2 38.4
2004 712 42.5 16.8 40
2005 730 n/a n/a n/a
2006 730 37.0 19.7 n/a
2007 710 37.0 19.2 n/a
2008 706 37.0 19.1 48.6
2009 641 34.0 18.9 43.7
2010 561 26.0 21.5 54
2011 570 30.5 18.6 62.5
2012 658 33.5 19.6 51.4
2013 669 29.5 22.6 50.8
2014 728 32.0 22.7 54.8
2015 727 33.0 22.0 54.1
2016 710 32.0 22.1 56.6
2017 708 32.5 21.7 52.1
2018 778 34.5 22.5 49.5
2019 776 38.0 20.4 50.1
2020 794 44.0 18.0 48.6
2021 728 47.0 15.4 42.3
2022 706 n/a n/a 40.1
2023 723 32.3 22.3 99.9

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 Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $209 (2.5%) $8,062 (97.5%) $8,271
2020 $204 (2.3%) $8,483 (97.7%) $8,687
2021 $655 (6.9%) $8,791 (93.1%) $9,446
2022 $652 (6.4%) $9,463 (93.6%) $10,115

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 38th of 159 Middle schoolsRanks 79th of 152 Middle schools
 28.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Mathematics (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)59.623.3
 36.3%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Washoe County)41.728.7
 13%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)34.228
 6.2%
6th Grade Reading (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)59.634.1
 25.5%
   6th Grade Reading (Washoe County)51.137.3
 13.8%
   6th Grade Reading (Nevada)45.838.4
 7.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)45.328.6
 16.7%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Washoe County)36.429
 7.4%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)32.427.6
 4.8%
7th Grade Reading (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)57.344.9
 12.4%
   7th Grade Reading (Washoe County)51.340.3
 11%
   7th Grade Reading (Nevada)49.942.1
 7.8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)42.923
 19.9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Washoe County)35.123.3
 11.8%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Nevada)30.322.8
 7.5%
8th Grade Reading (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)62.141.5
 20.6%
   8th Grade Reading (Washoe County)51.240.5
 10.7%
   8th Grade Reading (Nevada)47.539.4
 8.1%
8th Grade Science (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)5635.8
 20.2%
   8th Grade Science (Washoe County)44.436.3
 8.1%
   8th Grade Science (Nevada)36.832.7
 4.1%
All Grades Mathematics (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)46.125.1
 21%
   All Grades Mathematics (Washoe County)40.833.6
 7.2%
   All Grades Mathematics (Nevada)37.531.3
 6.2%
All Grades Reading (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)59.840.3
 19.5%
   All Grades Reading (Washoe County)49.341.2
 8.1%
   All Grades Reading (Nevada)48.541
 7.5%
All Grades Science (Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy)5635.8
 20.2%
   All Grades Science (Washoe County)36.429.5
 6.9%
   All Grades Science (Nevada)30.526
 4.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students776723
 6.8%
African American2638
 46.2%
American Indian37
 133.3%
Asian4532
 28.9%
Hispanic295263
 10.8%
Pacific Islander1210
 16.7%
White340309
 9.1%
Two or More Races5563
 14.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients50.1%99.9%
 49.7%


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Students at Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy are 43% White, 36% Hispanic, 9% Two or more races, 5% African American, 4% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander.

Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy ranks 74th of 153 Nevada middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 723 students attended Archie Clayton Pre-A.P. Academy.


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