Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park John S 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 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Park John S Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Park John S Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making John S. Park #1 for kids.
Park John S 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 Park John S Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#353 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
65%
45%
Black
16%
12%
White
10%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Park John S Elementary School's ranking?
Park John S Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Park John S Elementary School often compared to?
Park John S Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Smith Helen M Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Park John S Elementary School?
538 students attend Park John S Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Park John S Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park John S Elementary School?
Park John S Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Park John S Elementary School offer ?
Park John S Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park John S Elementary School part of?
Park John S Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Park John S Elementary School located?
Park John S Elementary School is located in the Downtown South neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown South.
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