Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miller Sandy Searles 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 Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is 0.42, which is less 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
#221 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
75%
45%
Black
10%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bracken Walter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School?
594 students attend Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School offer ?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School part of?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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