Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forbuss Robert L Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert L Forbuss Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School's student population of 641 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#124 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
27%
46%
Black
16%
12%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
15%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbuss Robert L Elementary School's ranking?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Forbuss Robert L Elementary School often compared to?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright William V Elementary School, Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Forbuss Robert L Elementary School?
641 students attend Forbuss Robert L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Forbuss Robert L Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forbuss Robert L Elementary School?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forbuss Robert L Elementary School offer ?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forbuss Robert L Elementary School part of?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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