Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Griffith E W 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griffith E W Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Griffith E W Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Griffith E W Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griffith E W Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#534 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
79%
45%
Black
7%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Griffith E W Elementary School's ranking?
Griffith E W Elementary School is ranked #534 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Griffith E W Elementary School?
585 students attend Griffith E W Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Griffith E W Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griffith E W Elementary School?
Griffith E W Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Griffith E W Elementary School offer ?
Griffith E W Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Griffith E W Elementary School part of?
Griffith E W Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Griffith E W Elementary School located?
Griffith E W Elementary School is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 1 other public schools located in Meadows.
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