Serving 766 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 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 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 0.73, which is more 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
#126 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
38%
45%
Black
10%
12%
White
32%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
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 Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School's ranking?
Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 692 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
766 students attend Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% 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 8% 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 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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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