Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moore William K 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 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William K. Moore Elementary School serves the southwestern part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moore William K Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Moore Miners Moving Toward Excellence
School Rankings
Moore William K 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 Moore William K Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#567 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 Moore William K Elementary School's ranking?
Moore William K Elementary School is ranked #567 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Moore William K Elementary School?
497 students attend Moore William K Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Moore William K Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore William K Elementary School?
Moore William K Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moore William K Elementary School offer ?
Moore William K Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore William K Elementary School part of?
Moore William K Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Moore William K Elementary School located?
Moore William K Elementary School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 28 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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