Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thiriot Joseph E 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 43% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thiriot Joseph E 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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#289 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
40%
44%
Black
37%
12%
White
8%
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 Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School's ranking?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School often compared to?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jydstrup Helen Elementary School, Dondero Harvey N 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School?
714 students attend Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School offer ?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School part of?
Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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