Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wasden Howard 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wasden Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wasden Howard Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wasden Howard 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 Wasden Howard Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#545 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
52%
45%
Black
21%
12%
White
14%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasden Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Wasden Howard Elementary School is ranked #545 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Wasden Howard Elementary School?
453 students attend Wasden Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wasden Howard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wasden Howard Elementary School?
Wasden Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Wasden Howard Elementary School offer ?
Wasden Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wasden Howard Elementary School part of?
Wasden Howard Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wasden Howard Elementary School located?
Wasden Howard Elementary School is located in the Rancho Oakey neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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