Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cortez Manuel J 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School's student population of 613 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cortez Manuel J Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#647 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
69%
45%
Black
23%
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortez Manuel J Elementary School's ranking?
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cortez Manuel J Elementary School often compared to?
Cortez Manuel J Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diaz Ruben P Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cortez Manuel J Elementary School?
613 students attend Cortez Manuel J Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cortez Manuel J Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cortez Manuel J Elementary School?
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Cortez Manuel J Elementary School offer ?
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cortez Manuel J Elementary School part of?
Cortez Manuel J Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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