Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas
Also known as Founders MS
State Public Charter School Authority
NSPF Index Score
Highly Rated School
This school consistently performs above state averages in academic achievement and student engagement metrics.
About this school
Source: Nevada Department of Education School Directory (2025–26)
At a Glance
Math Proficiency
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Chronic Absenteeism
6.4%
Science Proficiency
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Academic Proficiency
% of students scoring proficient or above on state assessments (Grades 6-8) · Compared to statewide average · 2024-2025 NSPF
Performance Trends
How this school's key metrics have changed across NSPF reporting years.
Hover a data point for the exact value. Years 2019-20 and 2020-21 are omitted because Nevada paused NSPF reporting during COVID-19.
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83.5Can my child attend?
Charter schools are open-enrollment by lottery — attendance is not address-based. Apply directly through the school’s enrollment portal; lotteries usually open in the spring for the following school year.
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How Does This School Compare?
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