Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thorpe Jim 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 82% 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: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorpe Jim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Thorpe Jim Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thorpe Jim 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 Thorpe Jim 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
#531 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
44%
44%
Black
22%
12%
White
18%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
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 Thorpe Jim Elementary School's ranking?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Thorpe Jim Elementary School often compared to?
Thorpe Jim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treem Harriet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Thorpe Jim Elementary School?
426 students attend Thorpe Jim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thorpe Jim Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorpe Jim Elementary School?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Thorpe Jim Elementary School offer ?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thorpe Jim Elementary School part of?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Thorpe Jim Elementary School located?
Thorpe Jim Elementary School is located in the Whitney Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Whitney Ranch.
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