Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garehime Edith Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garehime Edith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garehime Edith Elementary School's student population of 623 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garehime Edith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garehime Edith Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#275 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
44%
Black
21%
12%
White
29%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
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 Garehime Edith Elementary School's ranking?
Garehime Edith Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Garehime Edith Elementary School often compared to?
Garehime Edith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarr Sheila Academy Of Int'l Studies Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Garehime Edith Elementary School?
623 students attend Garehime Edith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Garehime Edith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garehime Edith Elementary School?
Garehime Edith Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Garehime Edith Elementary School offer ?
Garehime Edith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garehime Edith Elementary School part of?
Garehime Edith Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Garehime Edith Elementary School located?
Garehime Edith Elementary School is located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Lone Mountain.
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