Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ward Gene 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 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ward Gene Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ward Gene 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 Ward Gene Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. 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)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
74%
46%
Black
14%
12%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
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 Ward Gene Elementary School's ranking?
Ward Gene Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Ward Gene Elementary School often compared to?
Ward Gene Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dailey Jack Elementary School, French Doris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Ward Gene Elementary School?
599 students attend Ward Gene Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ward Gene Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ward Gene Elementary School?
Ward Gene Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ward Gene Elementary School offer ?
Ward Gene Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ward Gene Elementary School part of?
Ward Gene Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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