Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thiriot Joseph E 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 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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Thiriot Joseph E 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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#289 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
37%
45%
Black
39%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School's ranking?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School often compared to?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jydstrup Helen Elementary School, Dondero Harvey N 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School?
622 students attend Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School offer ?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School part of?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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