Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkley Shelley 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 35% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkley Shelley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Berkley Shelley Elementary School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berkley Shelley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkley Shelley Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#259 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
30%
44%
Black
16%
12%
White
25%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkley Shelley Elementary School's ranking?
Berkley Shelley Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Berkley Shelley Elementary School often compared to?
Berkley Shelley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Batterman Kathy L Elementary School, Mathis Dr. Beverly S Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Berkley Shelley Elementary School?
725 students attend Berkley Shelley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Berkley Shelley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkley Shelley Elementary School?
Berkley Shelley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Berkley Shelley Elementary School offer ?
Berkley Shelley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Berkley Shelley Elementary School part of?
Berkley Shelley Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkley Shelley Elementary School located?
Berkley Shelley Elementary School is located in the Desert Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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