Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Garrett Elton M Junior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 24% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrett Elton M Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garrett Elton M Junior High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garrett Elton M Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrett Elton M Junior High School is 0.40, 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
#116 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
76%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
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 Garrett Elton M Junior High School's ranking?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School is ranked #116 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Garrett Elton M Junior High School often compared to?
Garrett Elton M Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Martha P Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Garrett Elton M Junior High School?
380 students attend Garrett Elton M Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Garrett Elton M Junior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrett Elton M Junior High School?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Garrett Elton M Junior High School offer ?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garrett Elton M Junior High School part of?
Garrett Elton M Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
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