Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, May Ernest 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 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 65% 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: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
May Ernest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
May Ernest Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
May Ernest 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 May Ernest Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
13%
12%
White
35%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
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 May Ernest Elementary School's ranking?
May Ernest Elementary School is ranked #214 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are May Ernest Elementary School often compared to?
May Ernest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neal Joseph M Elementary School, Carl Kay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend May Ernest Elementary School?
584 students attend May Ernest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of May Ernest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of May Ernest Elementary School?
May Ernest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does May Ernest Elementary School offer ?
May Ernest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is May Ernest Elementary School part of?
May Ernest Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is May Ernest Elementary School located?
May Ernest Elementary School is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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