Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snyder Don & Dee 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 36% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Snyder Don & Dee 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 Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#213 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
29%
45%
Black
18%
12%
White
23%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School's ranking?
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School often compared to?
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forbuss Robert L Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School?
693 students attend Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School?
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School offer ?
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School part of?
Snyder Don & Dee Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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