Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thompson Sandra L 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 49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandra L Thompson Elementary School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School's student population of 628 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Home of the Trojans!
School Rankings
Thompson Sandra L 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 Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#123 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Thompson Sandra L Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thompson Sandra L Elementary School often compared to?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bozarth Henry & Evelyn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thompson Sandra L Elementary School?
628 students attend Thompson Sandra L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Thompson Sandra L Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Sandra L Elementary School?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Sandra L Elementary School offer ?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Sandra L Elementary School part of?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Thompson Sandra L Elementary School located?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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