Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dooley John Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dooley John Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Dooley John Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dooley John Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dooley John Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#160 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
31%
44%
Black
6%
12%
White
50%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dooley John Elementary School's ranking?
Dooley John Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dooley John Elementary School often compared to?
Dooley John Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderburg John Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dooley John Elementary School?
337 students attend Dooley John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dooley John Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dooley John Elementary School?
Dooley John Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Dooley John Elementary School offer ?
Dooley John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dooley John Elementary School part of?
Dooley John Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dooley John Elementary School located?
Dooley John Elementary School is located in the River Mountain neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in River Mountain.
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