Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Detwiler Ollie 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ollie Detwiler Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1 to 2.2 mile distance from the school, typically resulting in a 5-10 minute drive.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Motto
Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow
School Rankings
Detwiler Ollie 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 Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#548 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Detwiler Ollie Elementary School's ranking?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is ranked #548 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Detwiler Ollie Elementary School?
604 students attend Detwiler Ollie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Detwiler Ollie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detwiler Ollie Elementary School?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detwiler Ollie Elementary School offer ?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detwiler Ollie Elementary School part of?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Detwiler Ollie Elementary School located?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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