DEMOCRACY PREP AT AGASSI HIGH SCHOOL
Democracy Prep at Agassi High is a public high school with about 272 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Democracy Prep at Agassi High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Democracy Prep at Agassi Campus (DPAC) is a tuition-free public charter school located in the historic Westside of Las Vegas, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the national Democracy Prep Public Schools network, the institution is grounded in a rigorous academic philosophy designed to prepare students for success in college and beyond. The school emphasizes a structured, high-expectations environment where character development, civic engagement, and academic mastery are prioritized to ensure that every student is equipped with the tools necessary to become an active and informed citizen.
Beyond its core curriculum, DPAC distinguishes itself through a focus on "college readiness," integrating a disciplined school culture with opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities and leadership development. The school’s mission is centered on the belief that education is the primary pathway to personal and community empowerment. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining strong partnerships with families, Democracy Prep at Agassi Campus aims to close the achievement gap and provide a high-quality educational alternative for the students of Las Vegas.
For more information, contact Democracy Prep at Agassi High at (702) 316-2410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Las Vegas, NV 89106
(702) 316-2410
http://DPAC.democracyprep.org
DEMOCRACY PREP AT AGASSI HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Las Vegas, NV with about 272 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nevada
School Details
- School status:
- New
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 272
- Teachers:
- 14
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 272 students
- Black or African American
- 66.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 25.7%
- Two or more races
- 4.0%
- White
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 52.6%
- Male
- 47.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.