Twitchell Neil C Elementary School

2060 Desert Shadow Trail
Henderson, NV 89012
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 10% in NV
  • : 63% (Top 5%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : Neil C Twitchell Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Twitchell Neil C Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#57 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

63%
30%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

62%
44%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
11%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
26%
46%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Black
9%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

White
39%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
14%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
61%
0.75

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
15.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Twitchell Neil C Elementary School's ranking?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Twitchell Neil C Elementary School often compared to?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderburg John Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Twitchell Neil C Elementary School?
551 students attend Twitchell Neil C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Twitchell Neil C Elementary School offer ?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twitchell Neil C Elementary School part of?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Twitchell Neil C Elementary School located?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is located in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Green Valley Ranch.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 63% (Top 5%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : Neil C Twitchell Elementary School serves the southern part of Henderson, NV, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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