Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Perkins Ute Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perkins Ute Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Perkins Ute Elementary School's student population of 152 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perkins Ute Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkins Ute Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#204 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
46%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
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 Perkins Ute Elementary School's ranking?
Perkins Ute Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Perkins Ute Elementary School?
152 students attend Perkins Ute Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Perkins Ute Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perkins Ute Elementary School?
Perkins Ute Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Perkins Ute Elementary School offer ?
Perkins Ute Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Perkins Ute Elementary School part of?
Perkins Ute Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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