Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dean LaMar Allen Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school's center to the zone edge being about 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#261 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School?
390 students attend Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% 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 Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School?
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School offer ?
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School part of?
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School located?
Allen Dean Lamar Elementary School is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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