Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vanderburg John Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanderburg John Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Vanderburg John Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind. Work Hard. Be a Leader.
School Rankings
Vanderburg John Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanderburg John Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
22%
45%
Black
8%
12%
White
46%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
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 Vanderburg John Elementary School's ranking?
Vanderburg John Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Vanderburg John Elementary School often compared to?
Vanderburg John Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twitchell Neil C Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Vanderburg John Elementary School?
554 students attend Vanderburg John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vanderburg John Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanderburg John Elementary School?
Vanderburg John Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Vanderburg John Elementary School offer ?
Vanderburg John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vanderburg John Elementary School part of?
Vanderburg John Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanderburg John Elementary School located?
Vanderburg John Elementary School is located in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Green Valley Ranch.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2021
Excellent teachers and learning environment despite the lack of resources.
2 3/26/2020
I would like to know why a teacher in your school can handle teaching kids with ADHD. She thinks this is not her problem. Tell me what expectations do your county require your teachers be able to do. To me she does not have the right frame of mind for this profession. This is not acceptable and you need better resources and better teachers. Education is a right to all kids everywhere. You profess to be a blue ribbon (I think not).
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