Serving 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Hal 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 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hal Smith Elementary School serves the southern part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Hal Elementary School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
To deliver the highest quality educational opportunities where citizens thrive through engaging instruction, rigorous tasks, and a positive, student-centered learning environment.
School Rankings
Smith Hal 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 Smith Hal Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#668 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Hal Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Hal Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Smith Hal Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Hal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ries Aldeane Comito Elementary School, Dooley John Elementary School, Abston Sandra B Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Smith Hal Elementary School?
709 students attend Smith Hal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Smith Hal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Hal Elementary School?
Smith Hal Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Hal Elementary School offer ?
Smith Hal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Hal Elementary School part of?
Smith Hal Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
Review Smith Hal Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
