Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Helen M Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 78% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Helen M Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Smith Helen M Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Helen M Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Helen M Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#218 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
59%
44%
Black
9%
12%
White
22%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
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 Helen M Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Smith Helen M Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Helen M Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacobson Walter Elementary School, Staton Ethel W Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Smith Helen M Elementary School?
492 students attend Smith Helen M Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Smith Helen M Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Helen M Elementary School?
Smith Helen M Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Smith Helen M Elementary School offer ?
Smith Helen M Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Helen M Elementary School part of?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Helen M Elementary School located?
Smith Helen M Elementary School is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Charleston.
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