Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fitzgerald H 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: H P Fitzgerald Elementary School serves the west part of North Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Fitzgerald H 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 Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#319 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
46%
46%
Black
41%
12%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitzgerald H P Elementary School's ranking?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Fitzgerald H P Elementary School?
400 students attend Fitzgerald H P Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fitzgerald H P Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fitzgerald H P Elementary School?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fitzgerald H P Elementary School offer ?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fitzgerald H P Elementary School part of?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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