Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Detwiler Ollie 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 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detwiler Ollie 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 Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#596 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
59%
44%
Black
31%
12%
White
4%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detwiler Ollie Elementary School's ranking?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Detwiler Ollie Elementary School?
528 students attend Detwiler Ollie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Detwiler Ollie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detwiler Ollie Elementary School?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Detwiler Ollie Elementary School offer ?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Detwiler Ollie Elementary School part of?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Detwiler Ollie Elementary School located?
Detwiler Ollie Elementary School is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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