Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Helen M 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 31% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Helen M 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
Smith Helen M Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Smith Helen M 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 Smith Helen M Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#218 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
61%
45%
Black
10%
12%
White
19%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Smith Helen M Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Smith Helen M Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Helen M Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacobson Walter Elementary School, Staton Ethel W Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Smith Helen M Elementary School?
477 students attend Smith Helen M Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Smith Helen M Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Helen M Elementary School?
Smith Helen M Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Smith Helen M Elementary School offer ?
Smith Helen M Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Helen M Elementary School part of?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Helen M Elementary School located?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Charleston.
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