Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wallin Shirley & Bill 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 68% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallin Shirley & Bill 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
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Children Everyday...
School Mascot
Wally The Wildcat
School Rankings
Wallin Shirley & Bill 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 Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#39 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
24%
45%
Black
5%
12%
White
43%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wally The Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School's ranking?
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School often compared to?
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Inspirada, 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School?
702 students attend Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School?
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School offer ?
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School part of?
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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