Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcmillan James B Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 89% 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: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcmillan James B Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcmillan James B Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Mcmillan James B Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcmillan James B 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
#515 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
44%
45%
Black
32%
12%
White
11%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcmillan James B Elementary School's ranking?
Mcmillan James B Elementary School is ranked #515 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mcmillan James B Elementary School often compared to?
Mcmillan James B Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katz Edythe & Lloyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mcmillan James B Elementary School?
498 students attend Mcmillan James B Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mcmillan James B Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% 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 Mcmillan James B Elementary School?
Mcmillan James B Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mcmillan James B Elementary School offer ?
Mcmillan James B Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcmillan James B Elementary School part of?
Mcmillan James B Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcmillan James B Elementary School located?
Mcmillan James B Elementary School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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