Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#57 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
7%
12%
White
42%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Twitchell Neil C Elementary School's ranking?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Twitchell Neil C Elementary School often compared to?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderburg John Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Twitchell Neil C Elementary School?
541 students attend Twitchell Neil C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twitchell Neil C Elementary School?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Twitchell Neil C Elementary School offer ?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twitchell Neil C Elementary School part of?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Twitchell Neil C Elementary School located?
Twitchell Neil C Elementary School is located in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Green Valley Ranch.
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