Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Culley Paul E Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul E Culley Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Culley Paul E Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our mission is to provide authentic experiences which will empower and educate students, staff, and families to reach their goals, and advocate for others to do the same.
School Rankings
Culley Paul E Elementary School 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 Culley Paul E Elementary School is 0.46, which is less 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
#451 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Culley Paul E Elementary School's ranking?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is ranked #451 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Culley Paul E Elementary School often compared to?
Culley Paul E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School, Manch J E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Culley Paul E Elementary School?
583 students attend Culley Paul E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Culley Paul E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culley Paul E Elementary School?
Culley Paul E Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Culley Paul E Elementary School offer ?
Culley Paul E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Culley Paul E Elementary School part of?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Culley Paul E Elementary School located?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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