Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piggott Es ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piggott Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Piggott Es's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piggott Es ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piggott Es is 0.77, which is more 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
#172 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
14%
12%
White
35%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piggott Es's ranking?
Piggott Es is ranked #172 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Piggott Es?
702 students attend Piggott Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Piggott Es students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Piggott Es offer ?
Piggott Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Piggott Es part of?
Piggott Es is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Piggott Es located?
Piggott Es is located in the Peccole Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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