Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duncan Ruby 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duncan Ruby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Duncan Ruby Elementary School's student population of 690 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duncan Ruby 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 Duncan Ruby Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#468 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
45%
Black
32%
12%
White
11%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan Ruby Elementary School's ranking?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Duncan Ruby Elementary School often compared to?
Duncan Ruby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden Don E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Duncan Ruby Elementary School?
690 students attend Duncan Ruby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Duncan Ruby Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duncan Ruby Elementary School?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Duncan Ruby Elementary School offer ?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Duncan Ruby Elementary School part of?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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