Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mendoza John F Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F Mendoza Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an approximate area of 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mendoza John F Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mendoza John F 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 Mendoza John F Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#366 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
No specific colors mentioned
School Mascot
Dinos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendoza John F Elementary School's ranking?
Mendoza John F Elementary School is ranked #366 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mendoza John F Elementary School?
648 students attend Mendoza John F Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mendoza John F Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendoza John F Elementary School?
Mendoza John F Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mendoza John F Elementary School offer ?
Mendoza John F Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendoza John F Elementary School part of?
Mendoza John F Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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