Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheila R. Tarr Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#108 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)25.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School's ranking?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School often compared to?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garehime Edith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School?
696 students attend Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School offer ?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School part of?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School located?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School is located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Lone Mountain.
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