Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Watson Fredric W Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Fredric W Elementary School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat 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
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Watson Fredric W 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 Watson Fredric W Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#399 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
47%
45%
Black
27%
12%
White
12%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Fredric W Elementary School's ranking?
Watson Fredric W Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Watson Fredric W Elementary School often compared to?
Watson Fredric W Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antonello Lee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Watson Fredric W Elementary School?
683 students attend Watson Fredric W Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Watson Fredric W Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watson Fredric W Elementary School?
Watson Fredric W Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Watson Fredric W Elementary School offer ?
Watson Fredric W Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson Fredric W Elementary School part of?
Watson Fredric W Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/27/2020
I love this school. The Staff is great, and the organization is very impressive.
5 11/19/2013
My son is in the 5th grade and I have found the administrators and teachers to be energetic, positive, organized, and helpful. I love this school.
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