Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 93% 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: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School's student population of 654 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fong Wing And Lilly 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 Fong Wing And Lilly 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
#397 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
50%
44%
Black
31%
12%
White
7%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
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 Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School's ranking?
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School is ranked #397 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School?
654 students attend Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School?
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School offer ?
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School part of?
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School located?
Fong Wing And Lilly Elementary School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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