Serving 729 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 73% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School's student population of 729 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
17%
45%
Black
4%
12%
White
51%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School's ranking?
Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 692 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
729 students attend Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Goolsby Judy & John L Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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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