Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thorpe Jim 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 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jim Thorpe Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, within an attendance zone of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families in the area typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thorpe Jim Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are victorious!
School Rankings
Thorpe Jim 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 Thorpe Jim Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#500 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Thorpe Jim Elementary School's ranking?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thorpe Jim Elementary School often compared to?
Thorpe Jim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treem Harriet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thorpe Jim Elementary School?
455 students attend Thorpe Jim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thorpe Jim Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorpe Jim Elementary School?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thorpe Jim Elementary School offer ?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thorpe Jim Elementary School part of?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Thorpe Jim Elementary School located?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is located in the Whitney Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Whitney Ranch.
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