Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tartan John 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tartan John Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tartan John Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Tartan John 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 Tartan John Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
41%
45%
Black
33%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
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 Tartan John Elementary School's ranking?
Tartan John Elementary School is ranked #635 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Tartan John Elementary School often compared to?
Tartan John Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Jesse D Elementary School, Dickens D L Dusty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Tartan John Elementary School?
485 students attend Tartan John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Tartan John Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tartan John Elementary School?
Tartan John Elementary School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Tartan John Elementary School offer ?
Tartan John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tartan John Elementary School part of?
Tartan John Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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