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Very Good

#173 of 691 schools in NV

Top 25% in state

Explore Knowledge Academy ES

Elementary School · Clark County

5871 Mountain Vista St, Las Vegas, NV 89120

Charter

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

28.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#173 of 691

In Las Vegas

#74 of 302

public schools

In district

#92 of 364

Clark County

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Explore Knowledge Academy ES

7.6/10

Elementary School in Las Vegas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs

8.4/10

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Southeast Career Technical Academy HS

6.4/10

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About Explore Knowledge Academy ES

Explore Knowledge Academy ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Explore Knowledge Academy ES serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 28.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Explore Knowledge Academy ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Explore Knowledge Academy ES show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Explore Knowledge Academy ES runs 28.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Explore Knowledge Academy ES is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency37% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Explore Knowledge Academy ES — Students at Explore Knowledge Academy ES score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
37%
ELA
59.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Explore Knowledge Academy ES Compares

See how Explore Knowledge Academy ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in NV
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
28:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

5871 Mountain Vista St, Las Vegas, NV 89120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Explore Knowledge Academy ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDoniel Estes M ES (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Charter School Sandhill (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Treem Harriet ES (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Explore Knowledge Academy J-SHS Las Vegas 0.0 mi 8.4
Southeast Career Technical Academy HS Las Vegas 0.3 mi 6.4
STRONG GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson 0.3 mi 5.8
Silver Sands Montessori Henderson 0.5 mi 4.0
AMERICAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Henderson 0.6 mi 5.0
Harmon Harley ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 5.6
White Thurman Academy of the Arts MS Henderson 0.8 mi 8.0
Tomiyasu Bill Y ES Las Vegas 1.0 mi 7.0
Treem Harriet ES Henderson 0.9 mi 8.0
GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson 1.1 mi 5.8
J.O.Y. ACADEMY OF SOUTHERN NEVADA Las Vegas 1.1 mi 6.0
Cowan Sunset Southeast HS Las Vegas 1.0 mi
Cowan Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas 1.0 mi 4.9
Thorpe Jim ES Henderson 1.0 mi 5.8
GREATER LAS VEGAS ACADEMY Henderson 1.1 mi 7.5
Cortney Francis H JHS Las Vegas 1.1 mi 4.3
Ullom J M ES Las Vegas 1.6 mi 5.3
McDoniel Estes M ES Henderson 1.7 mi 9.1
Discovery Charter School Sandhill Las Vegas 1.7 mi 8.1
SUNSET MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Las Vegas 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,813

Median Home Value

$364,800

Median Rent

$1,467/mo

Population

23,797

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

39.3

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ELMCREST ELEMENTARY Reno, NV 7.6
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West Wendover Elementary School West Wendover, NV 7.6
Adcock O K ES Las Vegas, NV 7.5
Beatty John R ES Las Vegas, NV 7.5
Discovery Charter School HillPointe Las Vegas, NV 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Explore Knowledge Academy ES

What grades does Explore Knowledge Academy ES serve?

Explore Knowledge Academy ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Explore Knowledge Academy ES?

Explore Knowledge Academy ES has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Explore Knowledge Academy ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Explore Knowledge Academy ES is 28.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Explore Knowledge Academy ES rank in NV?

Explore Knowledge Academy ES ranks #173 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Explore Knowledge Academy ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Explore Knowledge Academy ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Explore Knowledge Academy ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Explore Knowledge Academy ES has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Explore Knowledge Academy ES a charter school?

Yes, Explore Knowledge Academy ES is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Explore Knowledge Academy ES a Title I school?

No, Explore Knowledge Academy ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
309,394
Schools in District
383
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,569
District Rank
#92 of 364

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