Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newton Ulis 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 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Ulis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Newton Ulis Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton Ulis 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 Newton Ulis Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#84 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
30%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
44%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
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 Newton Ulis Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Newton Ulis Elementary School often compared to?
Newton Ulis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Stephanie, Coral Academy Eastgate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Newton Ulis Elementary School?
564 students attend Newton Ulis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Newton Ulis Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton Ulis Elementary School?
Newton Ulis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Newton Ulis Elementary School offer ?
Newton Ulis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newton Ulis Elementary School part of?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Newton Ulis Elementary School located?
Newton Ulis Elementary School is located in the Black Mountain neighborhood of Henderson, NV.
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