Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tate Myrtle 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 31% (which is higher 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 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 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
Tate Myrtle Elementary School's student population of 655 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Tate Myrtle 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 Tate Myrtle 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
#412 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
45%
Black
23%
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tate Myrtle Elementary School's ranking?
Tate Myrtle Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Tate Myrtle Elementary School often compared to?
Tate Myrtle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Levy Sp Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Tate Myrtle Elementary School?
655 students attend Tate Myrtle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tate Myrtle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tate Myrtle Elementary School?
Tate Myrtle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Tate Myrtle Elementary School offer ?
Tate Myrtle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tate Myrtle Elementary School part of?
Tate Myrtle Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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