Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barber Shirley A Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barber Shirley A Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barber Shirley A Elementary School's student population of 779 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Barber Shirley A Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barber Shirley A Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
42%
45%
Black
15%
12%
White
17%
27%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
13%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barber Shirley A Elementary School's ranking?
Barber Shirley A Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Barber Shirley A Elementary School often compared to?
Barber Shirley A Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderburg John Elementary School, Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada St Rose by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Barber Shirley A Elementary School?
779 students attend Barber Shirley A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Barber Shirley A Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barber Shirley A Elementary School?
Barber Shirley A Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Barber Shirley A Elementary School offer ?
Barber Shirley A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barber Shirley A Elementary School part of?
Barber Shirley A Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Barber Shirley A Elementary School located?
Barber Shirley A Elementary School is located in the Silverado Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Silverado Ranch.
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