Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carl Kay 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 33% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Kay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carl Kay Elementary School's student population of 687 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Stretch for Your Dreams
School Mascot
Champ The Giraffe
School Rankings
Carl Kay 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 Carl Kay Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#317 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
37%
45%
Black
20%
12%
White
26%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
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: Champ The Giraffe
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Kay Elementary School's ranking?
Carl Kay Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carl Kay Elementary School often compared to?
Carl Kay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neal Joseph M Elementary School, May Ernest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carl Kay Elementary School?
687 students attend Carl Kay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Carl Kay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Kay Elementary School?
Carl Kay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Carl Kay Elementary School offer ?
Carl Kay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Kay Elementary School part of?
Carl Kay Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl Kay Elementary School located?
Carl Kay Elementary School is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
School Reviews
5 7/23/2020
I love this school. It is amazing for my child.
5 2/17/2020
This school's awesome. It's really friendly here and despite being the shy, quiet kid with no life, I have friends because that's how friendly people are ^^of im starting to sound like an advertiser so ill stop (but like I said, this school's awesome )
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