Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cartwright Roberta 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 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 82% 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: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roberta C Cartwright Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cartwright Roberta 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 Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#409 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School's ranking?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School often compared to?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School?
541 students attend Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School offer ?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School part of?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School located?
Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School is located in the Silverado Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Silverado Ranch.
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