Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruben P Diaz Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Diaz Elementary School is dedicated to empowering each student to live every day with a purpose and to achieve social and academic success. Where expectations are high and diversity embraced, our students will reach their full potential as life-long and p
School Rankings
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#323 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-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 Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's ranking?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Diaz Ruben P Elementary School often compared to?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortez Manuel J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
567 students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offer ?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diaz Ruben P Elementary School part of?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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