Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iverson Mervin Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 84% 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: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iverson Mervin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Iverson Mervin Elementary School's student population of 563 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Iverson Mervin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iverson Mervin Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#302 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
60%
45%
Black
10%
12%
White
16%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iverson Mervin Elementary School's ranking?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Iverson Mervin Elementary School often compared to?
Iverson Mervin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldfarb Daniel Elementary School, Jenkins Earl N Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Iverson Mervin Elementary School?
563 students attend Iverson Mervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Iverson Mervin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iverson Mervin Elementary School?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Iverson Mervin Elementary School offer ?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Iverson Mervin Elementary School part of?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Iverson Mervin Elementary School located?
Iverson Mervin Elementary School is located in the Orchards neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchards.
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