Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcdoniel Estes M Es 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 68% 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: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdoniel Estes M Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcdoniel Estes M Es's student population of 393 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcdoniel Estes M Es 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 Mcdoniel Estes M Es 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
#129 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
39%
44%
Black
15%
12%
White
32%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
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 Mcdoniel Estes M Es's ranking?
Mcdoniel Estes M Es is ranked #129 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mcdoniel Estes M Es often compared to?
Mcdoniel Estes M Esis often viewed alongside schools like Gibson James Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mcdoniel Estes M Es?
393 students attend Mcdoniel Estes M Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mcdoniel Estes M Es students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdoniel Estes M Es?
Mcdoniel Estes M Es has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Mcdoniel Estes M Es offer ?
Mcdoniel Estes M Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcdoniel Estes M Es part of?
Mcdoniel Estes M Es is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdoniel Estes M Es located?
Mcdoniel Estes M Es is located in the Green Valley North neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Green Valley North.
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