Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herron Fay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fay Herron Elementary School serves the western part of North Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge approximately 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herron Fay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Herron Fay Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Do And Be Your Very Best
School Rankings
Herron Fay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herron Fay Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#310 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-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 Herron Fay Elementary School's ranking?
Herron Fay Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Herron Fay Elementary School often compared to?
Herron Fay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mackey Jo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Herron Fay Elementary School?
575 students attend Herron Fay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Herron Fay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herron Fay Elementary School?
Herron Fay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Herron Fay Elementary School offer ?
Herron Fay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herron Fay Elementary School part of?
Herron Fay Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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