Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newton Ulis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ulis Newton Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Ulis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newton Ulis Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Celebrating Success
School Rankings
Newton Ulis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton Ulis Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#103 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
37%
46%
Black
8%
12%
White
42%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton Ulis Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Newton Ulis Elementary School often compared to?
Newton Ulis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Eastgate, Somerset Academy Stephanie by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Newton Ulis Elementary School?
526 students attend Newton Ulis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Newton Ulis Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Ulis Elementary School?
Newton Ulis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newton Ulis Elementary School offer ?
Newton Ulis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton Ulis Elementary School part of?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Newton Ulis Elementary School located?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is located in the Black Mountain neighborhood of Henderson, NV.
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