Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, French Doris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Doris French Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
French Doris Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
French Doris 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 French Doris Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#353 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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Asian
4%
6%
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Hispanic
60%
46%
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Black
13%
12%
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White
14%
26%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
8%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Doris Elementary School's ranking?
French Doris Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are French Doris Elementary School often compared to?
French Doris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ward Gene Elementary School, Dailey Jack Elementary School, Tomiyasu Bill Y Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend French Doris Elementary School?
459 students attend French Doris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of French Doris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Doris Elementary School?
French Doris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does French Doris Elementary School offer ?
French Doris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Doris Elementary School part of?
French Doris Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
5/5. I was there for almost eight years with almost no trouble.
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