Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kesterson Lorna J 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 51% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kesterson Lorna J 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School's student population of 532 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kesterson Lorna J 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 Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#97 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
35%
44%
Black
14%
12%
White
26%
28%
Hawaiian
4%
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 Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School's ranking?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School often compared to?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdoniel Estes M Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School?
532 students attend Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School offer ?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School part of?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School located?
Kesterson Lorna J Elementary School is located in the Gibson Springs neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Gibson Springs.
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