Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virgin Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virgin Valley Elementary School serves the northeast part of Mesquite, NV, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virgin Valley Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Motto
Come for a Day...Stay for a Lifetime!
School Rankings
Virgin Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virgin Valley Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#235 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
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 Virgin Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Virgin Valley Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Virgin Valley Elementary School?
621 students attend Virgin Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Virgin Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgin Valley Elementary School?
Virgin Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virgin Valley Elementary School offer ?
Virgin Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virgin Valley Elementary School part of?
Virgin Valley Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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