Serving 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Judy & John L Goolsby Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School's student population of 707 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#16 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-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 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School's ranking?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School often compared to?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassiliadis Billy & Rosemary Elementary School, Givens Linda Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School?
707 students attend Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School offer ?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School part of?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School located?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is located in the Summerlin neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Summerlin.
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