Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fitzgerald H 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Fitzgerald H 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 Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#319 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
45%
Black
41%
12%
White
3%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
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 Fitzgerald H P Elementary School's ranking?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is ranked #319 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Fitzgerald H P Elementary School?
423 students attend Fitzgerald H P Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fitzgerald H P Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitzgerald H P Elementary School?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Fitzgerald H P Elementary School offer ?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fitzgerald H P Elementary School part of?
Fitzgerald H P Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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