Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sewell C T 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 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 70% 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: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sewell C T Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sewell C T Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sewell C T 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 Sewell C T Elementary School 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
#517 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
40%
44%
Black
19%
12%
White
30%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
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 Sewell C T Elementary School's ranking?
Sewell C T Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sewell C T Elementary School often compared to?
Sewell C T Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Robert L Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sewell C T Elementary School?
526 students attend Sewell C T Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sewell C T Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sewell C T Elementary School?
Sewell C T Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Sewell C T Elementary School offer ?
Sewell C T Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sewell C T Elementary School part of?
Sewell C T Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sewell C T Elementary School located?
Sewell C T Elementary School is located in the Valley View neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley View.
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