Heckethorn Howard E Es

5150 Whispering Sands Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heckethorn Howard E Es ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 787 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 30% in NV
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Heckethorn Howard E Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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School Overview

Heckethorn Howard E Es's student population of 787 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
787 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Heckethorn Howard E Es ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heckethorn Howard E 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#165 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
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35%
26%
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53%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
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16:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
35%
44%
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Black
12%
12%
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White
38%
29%
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Hawaiian
2%
2%
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Two or more races
10%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.71
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heckethorn Howard E Es's ranking?
Heckethorn Howard E Es is ranked #165 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Heckethorn Howard E Es often compared to?
Heckethorn Howard E Esis often viewed alongside schools like Ward Kitty Mcdonough Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Heckethorn Howard E Es?
787 students attend Heckethorn Howard E Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Heckethorn Howard E Es students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Heckethorn Howard E Es offer ?
Heckethorn Howard E Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heckethorn Howard E Es part of?
Heckethorn Howard E Es is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Heckethorn Howard E Es located?
Heckethorn Howard E Es is located in the Tule Springs neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Tule Springs.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 787 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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