Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dondero Harvey N Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvey N Dondero Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dondero Harvey N Elementary School's student population of 737 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dondero Harvey N 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 Dondero Harvey N Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#430 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
67%
46%
Black
13%
12%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dondero Harvey N Elementary School's ranking?
Dondero Harvey N Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dondero Harvey N Elementary School often compared to?
Dondero Harvey N Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School, Decker C H Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dondero Harvey N Elementary School?
737 students attend Dondero Harvey N Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dondero Harvey N Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dondero Harvey N Elementary School?
Dondero Harvey N Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dondero Harvey N Elementary School offer ?
Dondero Harvey N Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dondero Harvey N Elementary School part of?
Dondero Harvey N Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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