Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Earl Ira J 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Earl Ira J Elementary School's student population of 635 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Earl Ira J 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 Earl Ira J Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#603 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Earl Ira J Elementary School's ranking?
Earl Ira J Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
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 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Earl Ira J Elementary School?
635 students attend Earl Ira J Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Earl Ira J Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Earl Ira J Elementary School?
Earl Ira J Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Earl Ira J Elementary School offer ?
Earl Ira J Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Earl Ira J Elementary School part of?
Earl Ira J Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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