Summary:
The 89118 zip code area of Las Vegas is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools in this area serve a predominantly low-income student population, there is a significant disparity in academic performance, with a top-ranked charter elementary school outpacing the district public schools by a wide margin.
The standout school in this set is Amplus Rainbow, a public charter elementary school that is ranked 26th out of 384 elementary schools in Nevada and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Amplus Rainbow's students significantly outperform state and Clark County School District averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates of 64.9% in math and 61.7% in reading, compared to 31.3% and 41% statewide. The school also has a diverse student population and spends significantly less per student than the other schools in the data set.
In contrast, the other schools in the 89118 zip code area perform at much lower levels. Sawyer Grant Middle School is ranked 104th out of 152 middle schools in Nevada, with a 2-star rating and below-average test scores. Jydstrup Helen Elementary School and Earl Marion B Elementary School are ranked 183rd and 286th out of 384 elementary schools, respectively, with 3-star and 1-star ratings and proficiency rates that are below state and district averages. All of the schools in the area serve high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating the need for additional resources and support to improve educational outcomes in this community.
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