Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hayden Don E 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 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Don E Hayden Elementary School serves the northwest part of North Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 18.5 square miles. Most families in the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayden Don E Elementary School's student population of 782 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today to Become the Heroes of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Hayden Don E 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 Hayden Don E Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#531 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
37%
46%
Black
36%
12%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayden Don E Elementary School's ranking?
Hayden Don E Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Hayden Don E Elementary School often compared to?
Hayden Don E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan Ruby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Hayden Don E Elementary School?
782 students attend Hayden Don E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hayden Don E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayden Don E Elementary School?
Hayden Don E Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hayden Don E Elementary School offer ?
Hayden Don E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayden Don E Elementary School part of?
Hayden Don E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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