Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sewell C T 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 19% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sewell C T Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sewell C T Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together we can reach the stars...
School Rankings
Sewell C T 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 Sewell C T 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
#508 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
39%
45%
Black
23%
12%
White
26%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
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 Sewell C T Elementary School's ranking?
Sewell C T Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sewell C T Elementary School often compared to?
Sewell C T Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Robert L Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% 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 Sewell C T Elementary School?
511 students attend Sewell C T Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Sewell C T Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sewell C T Elementary School?
Sewell C T Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Sewell C T Elementary School offer ?
Sewell C T Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sewell C T Elementary School part of?
Sewell C T Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sewell C T Elementary School located?
Sewell C T Elementary School is located in the Valley View neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley View.
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