Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parson Claude & Stella 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claude & Stella Parson Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning and life go hand-in-hand
School Rankings
Parson Claude & Stella 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 Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#597 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)40.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School's ranking?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School often compared to?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Culley Paul E Elementary School, Manch J E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School?
323 students attend Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School offer ?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School part of?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School located?
Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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