Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jydstrup Helen 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 28% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jydstrup Helen Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#340 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
34%
45%
Black
39%
12%
White
10%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
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 Jydstrup Helen Elementary School's ranking?
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Jydstrup Helen Elementary School often compared to?
Jydstrup Helen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jydstrup Helen Elementary School?
580 students attend Jydstrup Helen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jydstrup Helen Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jydstrup Helen Elementary School?
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Jydstrup Helen Elementary School offer ?
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jydstrup Helen Elementary School part of?
Jydstrup Helen Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
1 3/26/2020
The principal is a lying, manipulative poor excuse as a principal. The reviews don't lie. The ratings don't lie. She is running this school in order to the ground more and more every day. Our children are not safe under her policies And it's almost impossible to speak with her. She's the type that throws her staff under the bus to do her dirty work.
2 10/26/2016
Teachers do not care about your children'se education...Please do not bring your kids here
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