Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duncan Ruby 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 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncan Ruby Elementary School's student population of 718 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream. Believe. Achieve.
School Rankings
Duncan Ruby 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 Duncan Ruby Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#415 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
43%
46%
Black
34%
12%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
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 Duncan Ruby Elementary School's ranking?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Duncan Ruby Elementary School often compared to?
Duncan Ruby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden Don E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Duncan Ruby Elementary School?
718 students attend Duncan Ruby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Duncan Ruby Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncan Ruby Elementary School?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duncan Ruby Elementary School offer ?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duncan Ruby Elementary School part of?
Duncan Ruby Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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