Serving 536 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 37% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William & Mary Scherkenbach Elementary School serves the northwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#229 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)30.2%
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 2016–2025. 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 Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School's ranking?
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 684 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
536 students attend Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 4% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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