Serving 1,022 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 1,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School's student population of 1,022 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#59 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
24%
44%
Black
6%
12%
White
45%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
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 Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School's ranking?
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Inspirada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School?
1,022 students attend Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School?
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School part of?
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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