Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne N Tanaka Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tanaka Wayne N 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 Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#226 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)43.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School's ranking?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School often compared to?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Lucille S Elementary School, Batterman Kathy L Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School?
728 students attend Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School offer ?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School part of?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School located?
Tanaka Wayne N Elementary School is located in the Rhodes Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Rhodes Ranch.
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