Serving 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vegas Verdes 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 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vegas Verdes Elementary School's student population of 707 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing All Kids!
School Rankings
Vegas Verdes 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 Vegas Verdes Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#480 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
73%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vegas Verdes Elementary School's ranking?
Vegas Verdes Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Vegas Verdes Elementary School often compared to?
Vegas Verdes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Rex Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Vegas Verdes Elementary School?
707 students attend Vegas Verdes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Vegas Verdes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vegas Verdes Elementary School?
Vegas Verdes Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Vegas Verdes Elementary School offer ?
Vegas Verdes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vegas Verdes Elementary School part of?
Vegas Verdes Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Vegas Verdes Elementary School located?
Vegas Verdes Elementary School is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Charleston.
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