Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dooley John Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Dooley Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, covering an approximate area of 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dooley John Elementary School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dooley John Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dooley John Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#167 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Dooley John Elementary School's ranking?
Dooley John Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dooley John Elementary School often compared to?
Dooley John Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderburg John Elementary School, Abston Sandra B Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dooley John Elementary School?
332 students attend Dooley John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dooley John Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dooley John Elementary School?
Dooley John Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dooley John Elementary School offer ?
Dooley John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dooley John Elementary School part of?
Dooley John Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dooley John Elementary School located?
Dooley John Elementary School is located in the River Mountain neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in River Mountain.
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