Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Diamond Elementary School's student population of 48 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Diamond Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Diamond Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4 out of 692 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
8%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
63%
28%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Diamond Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Diamond Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Blue Diamond Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Diamond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decker C H Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Blue Diamond Elementary School?
48 students attend Blue Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Blue Diamond Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Diamond Elementary School?
Blue Diamond Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Blue Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Blue Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Diamond Elementary School part of?
Blue Diamond Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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