Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccaw Gordon Es ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mccaw Gordon Es's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Es ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccaw Gordon Es is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
32%
44%
Black
11%
12%
White
42%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccaw Gordon Es's ranking?
Mccaw Gordon Es is ranked #44 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Mccaw Gordon Es?
718 students attend Mccaw Gordon Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mccaw Gordon Es students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Mccaw Gordon Es offer ?
Mccaw Gordon Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mccaw Gordon Es part of?
Mccaw Gordon Es is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccaw Gordon Es located?
Mccaw Gordon Es is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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