Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon McCaw Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#23 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)12.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Mccaw Gordon Elementary School's ranking?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mccaw Gordon Elementary School?
730 students attend Mccaw Gordon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccaw Gordon Elementary School offer ?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccaw Gordon Elementary School part of?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccaw Gordon Elementary School located?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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