Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thompson Sandra L Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#131 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
29%
44%
Black
24%
12%
White
31%
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 Thompson Sandra L Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thompson Sandra L Elementary School?
600 students attend Thompson Sandra L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Thompson Sandra L Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Sandra L Elementary School?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Thompson Sandra L Elementary School offer ?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thompson Sandra L Elementary School part of?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Thompson Sandra L Elementary School located?
Thompson Sandra L Elementary School is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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