Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piggott Academy 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 51% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarence Piggott Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piggott Academy 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
Piggott Academy Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Shine Like the Star That You Are
School Rankings
Piggott Academy 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 Piggott Academy Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#88 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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
School Mascot
Piggott Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piggott Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Piggott Academy Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Piggott Academy Elementary School?
686 students attend Piggott Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Piggott Academy Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piggott Academy Elementary School?
Piggott Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piggott Academy Elementary School offer ?
Piggott Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piggott Academy Elementary School part of?
Piggott Academy Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Piggott Academy Elementary School located?
Piggott Academy Elementary School is located in the Peccole Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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