Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deskin Ruthe 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 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to 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: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deskin Ruthe 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 Deskin Ruthe Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
44%
44%
Black
17%
12%
White
25%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
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 Deskin Ruthe Elementary School's ranking?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Deskin Ruthe Elementary School often compared to?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Roger M Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Deskin Ruthe Elementary School?
475 students attend Deskin Ruthe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Deskin Ruthe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deskin Ruthe Elementary School?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Deskin Ruthe Elementary School offer ?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Deskin Ruthe Elementary School part of?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Deskin Ruthe Elementary School located?
Deskin Ruthe Elementary School is located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Lone Mountain.
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