Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 63% 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: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#23 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
32%
44%
Black
13%
12%
White
37%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccaw Gordon Elementary School's ranking?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mccaw Gordon Elementary School?
747 students attend Mccaw Gordon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccaw Gordon Elementary School?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Mccaw Gordon Elementary School offer ?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mccaw Gordon Elementary School part of?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccaw Gordon Elementary School located?
Mccaw Gordon Elementary School is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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