Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Kirk Elementary School 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 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirk Adams Elementary School serves the southern part of Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Kirk Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Adams Kirk Elementary School 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 Adams Kirk Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#523 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Kirk Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Kirk Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Adams Kirk Elementary School?
321 students attend Adams Kirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Adams Kirk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Kirk Elementary School?
Adams Kirk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Kirk Elementary School offer ?
Adams Kirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Kirk Elementary School part of?
Adams Kirk Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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