Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Hal 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 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Hal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith Hal Elementary School's student population of 708 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Hal 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 Smith Hal Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#679 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
44%
Black
33%
12%
White
9%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
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 Smith Hal Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Hal Elementary School is ranked #679 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Smith Hal Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Hal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abston Sandra B Elementary School, Dooley John Elementary School, Ries Aldeane Comito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Smith Hal Elementary School?
708 students attend Smith Hal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Smith Hal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 Smith Hal Elementary School?
Smith Hal Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Smith Hal Elementary School offer ?
Smith Hal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Hal Elementary School part of?
Smith Hal Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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