Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittman Vail 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 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittman Vail Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Pittman Vail 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 Pittman Vail Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#486 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
45%
Black
15%
12%
White
8%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittman Vail Elementary School's ranking?
Pittman Vail Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pittman Vail Elementary School?
481 students attend Pittman Vail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pittman Vail Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% 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 Pittman Vail Elementary School?
Pittman Vail Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pittman Vail Elementary School offer ?
Pittman Vail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittman Vail Elementary School part of?
Pittman Vail Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittman Vail Elementary School located?
Pittman Vail Elementary School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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