Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Petersen Dean Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petersen Dean Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Petersen Dean Elementary School's student population of 779 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Petersen Dean Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petersen Dean Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#669 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
44%
Black
41%
12%
White
6%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
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 Petersen Dean Elementary School's ranking?
Petersen Dean Elementary School is ranked #669 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Petersen Dean Elementary School often compared to?
Petersen Dean Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rowe Lewis E Elementary School, Thomas Ruby S Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Petersen Dean Elementary School?
779 students attend Petersen Dean Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Petersen Dean Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petersen Dean Elementary School?
Petersen Dean Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Petersen Dean Elementary School offer ?
Petersen Dean Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Petersen Dean Elementary School part of?
Petersen Dean Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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