Serving 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Diamond Elementary School's student population of 54 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Diamond Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#6 out of 684 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
15%
45%
Black
4%
12%
White
59%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
15%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Diamond Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Diamond Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Blue Diamond Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Diamond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decker C H Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Blue Diamond Elementary School?
54 students attend Blue Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Blue Diamond Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Diamond Elementary School?
Blue Diamond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Blue Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Blue Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Diamond Elementary School part of?
Blue Diamond Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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