Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diaz Ruben P 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 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Diaz Elementary School is dedicated to empowering each student to live every day with a purpose and to achieve social and academic success. Where expectations are high and diversity embraced, our students will reach their full potential as life-long and p
School Rankings
Diaz Ruben P 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 Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#323 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
77%
45%
Black
13%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
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 Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's ranking?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Diaz Ruben P Elementary School often compared to?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortez Manuel J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
590 students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offer ?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diaz Ruben P Elementary School part of?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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