Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bilbray James Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bilbray James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bilbray James Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Bilbray James Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bilbray James Elementary School is 0.70, which is less 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
#88 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)56%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
32%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
42%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Bilbray James Elementary School's ranking?
Bilbray James Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bilbray James Elementary School often compared to?
Bilbray James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bilbray James Elementary School?
659 students attend Bilbray James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bilbray James Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bilbray James Elementary School?
Bilbray James Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Bilbray James Elementary School offer ?
Bilbray James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bilbray James Elementary School part of?
Bilbray James Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bilbray James Elementary School located?
Bilbray James Elementary School is located in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Kyle Canyon.
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