Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forbuss Robert L Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (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 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Forbuss Robert L 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 Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#133 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
13%
12%
White
25%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbuss Robert L Elementary School's ranking?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Forbuss Robert L Elementary School often compared to?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright William V Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Forbuss Robert L Elementary School?
612 students attend Forbuss Robert L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Forbuss Robert L Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forbuss Robert L Elementary School?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Forbuss Robert L Elementary School offer ?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forbuss Robert L Elementary School part of?
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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