Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galloway Fay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 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
Galloway Fay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Galloway Fay Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Galloway Fay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galloway Fay Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
35%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
38%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
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 Galloway Fay Elementary School's ranking?
Galloway Fay Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Galloway Fay Elementary School often compared to?
Galloway Fay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School, Morrow Sue H Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Galloway Fay Elementary School?
485 students attend Galloway Fay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Galloway Fay Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galloway Fay Elementary School?
Galloway Fay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Galloway Fay Elementary School offer ?
Galloway Fay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galloway Fay Elementary School part of?
Galloway Fay Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Galloway Fay Elementary School located?
Galloway Fay Elementary School is located in the Highland Hills neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Hills.
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