Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeffers Jay 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 14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jay W. Jeffers Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeffers Jay W Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Jeffers Jay W 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 Jeffers Jay W Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#619 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
46%
Black
6%
12%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers Jay W Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffers Jay W Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 684 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jeffers Jay W Elementary School?
504 students attend Jeffers Jay W Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jeffers Jay W Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffers Jay W Elementary School?
Jeffers Jay W Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jeffers Jay W Elementary School offer ?
Jeffers Jay W Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffers Jay W Elementary School part of?
Jeffers Jay W Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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