Summary:
The 89118 zip code of Las Vegas, Nevada is home to 4 schools - 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools serve diverse student populations, one school, Amplus Rainbow, stands out as a high-performing charter elementary school that consistently ranks among the top 5% of elementary schools in Nevada.
Amplus Rainbow's students significantly outperform the state and district averages in both math and reading proficiency, with 66% of students scoring proficient or better. In contrast, the other elementary schools and the middle school, Sawyer Grant Middle School, lag behind state and district averages on standardized test scores. Spending per student ranges widely, from $5,454 at Amplus Rainbow to over $13,000 at Earl Marion B Elementary School, suggesting that funding levels alone do not determine school performance.
The data highlights the diversity of educational experiences and outcomes within this single zip code. While Amplus Rainbow stands out as an exceptional performer, the other schools in the 89118 zip code, which serve high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, face significant challenges in meeting state and district academic standards. Further investigation would be needed to fully understand the factors driving these differences in performance.
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