Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Perkins Ute Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ute Perkins Elementary School serves the northeast part of Moapa, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 486.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 26.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perkins Ute Elementary School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Perkins Ute Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkins Ute Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#203 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkins Ute Elementary School's ranking?
Perkins Ute Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Perkins Ute Elementary School?
138 students attend Perkins Ute Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Perkins Ute Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perkins Ute Elementary School?
Perkins Ute Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perkins Ute Elementary School offer ?
Perkins Ute Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perkins Ute Elementary School part of?
Perkins Ute Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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