Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iverson Mervin 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 30% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mervin Iverson Elementary School serves the southern part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iverson Mervin Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing and Learning on Purpose
School Rankings
Iverson Mervin 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 Iverson Mervin Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#315 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
61%
46%
Black
9%
12%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
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 Iverson Mervin Elementary School's ranking?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Iverson Mervin Elementary School often compared to?
Iverson Mervin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldfarb Daniel Elementary School, Jenkins Earl N Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Iverson Mervin Elementary School?
540 students attend Iverson Mervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Iverson Mervin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iverson Mervin Elementary School?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Iverson Mervin Elementary School offer ?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iverson Mervin Elementary School part of?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Iverson Mervin Elementary School located?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is located in the Orchards neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchards.
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