Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Ruby S Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruby S Thomas Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School's student population of 682 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Ruby S Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#645 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Thomas Ruby S Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thomas Ruby S Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Ruby S Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petersen Dean Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thomas Ruby S Elementary School?
682 students attend Thomas Ruby S Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thomas Ruby S Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Ruby S Elementary School?
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Ruby S Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Ruby S Elementary School part of?
Thomas Ruby S Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
Review Thomas Ruby S Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
