Serving 113 students in grades 6-12, Washoe Inspire Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washoe Inspire Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Washoe Inspire Academy's student population of 113 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Washoe Inspire Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washoe Inspire Academy is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
46%
Black
3%
12%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washoe County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washoe Inspire Academy's ranking?
Washoe Inspire Academy is ranked #557 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Washoe Inspire Academy often compared to?
Washoe Inspire Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Turning Point, North Star Online School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washoe Inspire Academy?
The graduation rate of Washoe Inspire Academy is 6-9%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Washoe Inspire Academy?
113 students attend Washoe Inspire Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Washoe Inspire Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Washoe Inspire Academy offer ?
Washoe Inspire Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washoe Inspire Academy part of?
Washoe Inspire Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
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