Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Darnell Marshall C 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 31% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
To achieve excellence in all that we do
School Rankings
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darnell Marshall C Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#257 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
36%
45%
Black
19%
12%
White
28%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darnell Marshall C Elementary School's ranking?
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Darnell Marshall C Elementary School?
589 students attend Darnell Marshall C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Darnell Marshall C Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darnell Marshall C Elementary School?
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Darnell Marshall C Elementary School offer ?
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Darnell Marshall C Elementary School part of?
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Darnell Marshall C Elementary School located?
Darnell Marshall C Elementary School is located in the La Madre Foothills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in La Madre Foothills.
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