Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, Garrett Elton M Junior High 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 42% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Elton M Garrett Junior High School serves the southern part of Boulder City, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,468.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 25.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending as far as 55.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrett Elton M Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garrett Elton M Junior High School's student population of 399 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Garrett Elton M Junior High 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 Garrett Elton M Junior High School is 0.44, 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
#131 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrett Elton M Junior High School's ranking?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School is ranked #131 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Garrett Elton M Junior High School often compared to?
Garrett Elton M Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Martha P Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Garrett Elton M Junior High School?
399 students attend Garrett Elton M Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Garrett Elton M Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrett Elton M Junior High School?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garrett Elton M Junior High School offer ?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garrett Elton M Junior High School part of?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
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