Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcwilliams J T 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 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcwilliams J T 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 Mcwilliams J T Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#520 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
46%
Black
10%
12%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcwilliams J T Elementary School's ranking?
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School is ranked #520 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mcwilliams J T Elementary School?
627 students attend Mcwilliams J T Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mcwilliams J T Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcwilliams J T Elementary School?
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcwilliams J T Elementary School offer ?
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcwilliams J T Elementary School part of?
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcwilliams J T Elementary School located?
Mcwilliams J T Elementary School is located in the Golf Ridge Terrace neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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