Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kelly Matt 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Matt Kelly Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families living within this attendance zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelly Matt Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream It, Believe It, Achieve It
School Rankings
Kelly Matt 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 Kelly Matt Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#673 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.6%
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 2013–2025. 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 Kelly Matt Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Matt Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Kelly Matt Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Matt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toland Helen Anderson Intl Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Kelly Matt Elementary School?
310 students attend Kelly Matt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kelly Matt Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Matt Elementary School?
Kelly Matt Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelly Matt Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Matt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Matt Elementary School part of?
Kelly Matt Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kelly Matt Elementary School located?
Kelly Matt Elementary School is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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