Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School's student population of 586 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker J Marlan Int'l School 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 Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#81 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
44%
Black
8%
12%
White
53%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
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 Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School's ranking?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School often compared to?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galloway Fay Elementary School, Smalley James E & A Rae Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School?
586 students attend Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School offer ?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School part of?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School located?
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of Henderson, NV.
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