Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wengert Cyril 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 33% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than 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: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wengert Cyril Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We show PRIDE in all that we do! (Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence)
School Rankings
Wengert Cyril 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 Wengert Cyril Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#419 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
69%
45%
Black
14%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
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 Wengert Cyril Elementary School's ranking?
Wengert Cyril Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Wengert Cyril Elementary School?
543 students attend Wengert Cyril Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wengert Cyril Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wengert Cyril Elementary School?
Wengert Cyril Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Wengert Cyril Elementary School offer ?
Wengert Cyril Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wengert Cyril Elementary School part of?
Wengert Cyril Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wengert Cyril Elementary School located?
Wengert Cyril Elementary School is located in the Winterwood neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
School Reviews
2 2/24/2015
used to be a great school
now, they don't even teaching Spanish on a dual language school
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