Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Derfelt Herbert A 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 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Derfelt Herbert A 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 Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#453 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
25%
12%
White
17%
28%
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
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School's ranking?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School often compared to?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doral Academy Red Rock, Christensen M J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School?
578 students attend Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School offer ?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School part of?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School located?
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School is located in the Angel Park neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Angel Park.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2010
All of my 4 children attended this school over 12 years. We had 4 principals in that time and almost a complete turnover of the staff. Every principal brought something different to the school. None was universally liked. All of my children were well prepared for middle school after Derfelt. We did get a few dud teachers over the years, but most of them were awesome.
2 2/1/2010
Parents are NOT welcome at this school! This school is more concerned with teachers than students.
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