Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Culley Paul E 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 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culley Paul E Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Culley Paul E Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Culley Paul E 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 Culley Paul E Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#530 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
75%
45%
Black
11%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culley Paul E Elementary School's ranking?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Culley Paul E Elementary School often compared to?
Culley Paul E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parson Claude & Stella Elementary School, Manch J E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Culley Paul E Elementary School?
595 students attend Culley Paul E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Culley Paul E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Culley Paul E Elementary School?
Culley Paul E Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Culley Paul E Elementary School offer ?
Culley Paul E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Culley Paul E Elementary School part of?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Culley Paul E Elementary School located?
Culley Paul E Elementary School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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