Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
45%
Black
14%
12%
White
39%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School's ranking?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School often compared to?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bilbray James Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School?
540 students attend Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School offer ?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School part of?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School located?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is located in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Kyle Canyon.
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