Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Valley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Valley Elementary School serves the southwest part of Jean, NV, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 730.5 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 37.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Valley Elementary School's student population of 119 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sandy Valley 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 Sandy Valley Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#508 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sandy Valley Elementary School is ranked #508 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sandy Valley Elementary School?
119 students attend Sandy Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sandy Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Valley Elementary School?
Sandy Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sandy Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Valley Elementary School part of?
Sandy Valley Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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