Serving 607 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 29% (which is lower 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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph E Thiriot Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.3 miles.
- 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 607 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a Dreamcatcher: I do my best to get things done.
School Rankings
Thiriot Joseph E 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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is 0.69, which is less 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
#299 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
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)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)43.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School's ranking?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 684 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 Dondero Harvey N Elementary School, Jydstrup Helen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School?
607 students attend Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 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 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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