Serving 1,662 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Amplus Durango ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Amplus Durango ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
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Amplus Durango's student population of 1,662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
Amplus Durango ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amplus Durango is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
20%
44%
Black
19%
12%
White
30%
28%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Amplus Durango is ranked #91 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amplus Durango?
The graduation rate of Amplus Durango is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Amplus Durango?
1,662 students attend Amplus Durango.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Amplus Durango students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amplus Durango?
Amplus Durango has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Amplus Durango offer ?
Amplus Durango offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Amplus Durango part of?
Amplus Durango is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Amplus Durango located?
Amplus Durango is located in the Sovana neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 1 other public schools located in Sovana.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 8/25/2023My son is thriving here, the school is amazing. you feel the sense of community between parents and staff; Teachers are great with updates and emails. The staff is friendly and helpful. I can't rave enough about how much my child is learning and how happy he is to be going to Aplus. I've had a very positive experience so far and I am thrilled to have such an amazing opportunity for my child. Highly recommend it if you're serious about your child's education and growth.5 8/25/2023Great school. Uniform, cellphone free school, students have manners and great curriculum.Review Amplus Durango. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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My son is thriving here, the school is amazing. you feel the sense of community between parents and staff; Teachers are great with updates and emails. The staff is friendly and helpful. I can't rave enough about how much my child is learning and how happy he is to be going to Aplus. I've had a very positive experience so far and I am thrilled to have such an amazing opportunity for my child. Highly recommend it if you're serious about your child's education and growth.
Great school. Uniform, cellphone free school, students have manners and great curriculum.
Review Amplus Durango. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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