Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (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 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heckethorn Howard E 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
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School's student population of 726 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary 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 Heckethorn Howard E 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
#102 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
44%
Black
11%
12%
White
38%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
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 Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School's ranking?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School is ranked #102 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School often compared to?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ward Kitty Mcdonough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School?
726 students attend Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School offer ?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School part of?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School located?
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School is located in the Tule Springs neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Tule Springs.
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