Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bell Rex 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 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Rex Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bell Rex Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Bell Rex Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Rex Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#567 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
52%
45%
Black
31%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Rex Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Rex Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bell Rex Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Rex Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vegas Verdes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bell Rex Elementary School?
543 students attend Bell Rex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bell Rex Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Rex Elementary School?
Bell Rex Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Bell Rex Elementary School offer ?
Bell Rex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Rex Elementary School part of?
Bell Rex Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Rex Elementary School located?
Bell Rex Elementary School is located in the Richfield neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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