Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Priest Richard C Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard C. Priest Elementary School serves the west part of North Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Priest Richard C Elementary School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Priest Richard C 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 Priest Richard C Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#376 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
26%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priest Richard C Elementary School's ranking?
Priest Richard C Elementary School is ranked #376 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Priest Richard C Elementary School?
702 students attend Priest Richard C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Priest Richard C Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priest Richard C Elementary School?
Priest Richard C Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priest Richard C Elementary School offer ?
Priest Richard C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priest Richard C Elementary School part of?
Priest Richard C Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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