Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diskin P A Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is equal to 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 89% 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: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diskin P A Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Rigor, Relevance, Relationships!
School Mascot
Cougar
School Rankings
Diskin P A 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 Diskin P A Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#349 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
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
7%
6%
Hispanic
60%
45%
Black
14%
12%
White
11%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diskin P A Elementary School's ranking?
Diskin P A Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Diskin P A Elementary School often compared to?
Diskin P A Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thiriot Joseph E Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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 Diskin P A Elementary School?
538 students attend Diskin P A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Diskin P A Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diskin P A Elementary School?
Diskin P A Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Diskin P A Elementary School offer ?
Diskin P A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diskin P A Elementary School part of?
Diskin P A Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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