Serving 505 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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- 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
Top Rankings
Diskin P A Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Diskin P A Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Motto
Rigor, Relevance, Relationships!
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 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. 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
14:1
17:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
63%
46%
Black
14%
12%
White
10%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
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, Kim Frank 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?
505 students attend Diskin P A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Diskin P A Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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