Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cahlan Marion 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 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cahlan Marion Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cahlan Marion Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Cahlan Marion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cahlan Marion Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#353 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
45%
Black
13%
12%
White
5%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cahlan Marion Elementary School's ranking?
Cahlan Marion Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cahlan Marion Elementary School often compared to?
Cahlan Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Levy Sp Educational Center, Perkins Dr Claude G Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cahlan Marion Elementary School?
523 students attend Cahlan Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cahlan Marion Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cahlan Marion Elementary School?
Cahlan Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Cahlan Marion Elementary School offer ?
Cahlan Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cahlan Marion Elementary School part of?
Cahlan Marion Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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