Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestwood 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestwood Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Crestwood 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 Crestwood Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#522 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
85%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Elementary School's ranking?
Crestwood Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Crestwood Elementary School often compared to?
Crestwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park John S Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Elementary School?
559 students attend Crestwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Crestwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Elementary School?
Crestwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Crestwood Elementary School offer ?
Crestwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestwood Elementary School part of?
Crestwood Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestwood Elementary School located?
Crestwood Elementary School is located in the Downtown South neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown South.
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