Serving 748 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barber Shirley A Es ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barber Shirley A Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barber Shirley A Es's student population of 748 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barber Shirley A Es 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 Barber Shirley A Es is 0.77, 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
#383 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
17%
12%
White
19%
29%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
13%
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 Barber Shirley A Es's ranking?
Barber Shirley A Es is ranked #383 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Barber Shirley A Es?
748 students attend Barber Shirley A Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Barber Shirley A Es students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Barber Shirley A Es offer ?
Barber Shirley A Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barber Shirley A Es part of?
Barber Shirley A Es is part of Clark County School District.
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