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Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School

Q: Is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School a good school?

Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School ranks 220 th of 379 Nevada elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

220^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 379 Nevada Elementary Schools

Better than 42% of Nevada elementary schools

Summary

Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, Nevada, serving 513 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Clark County School District, which is ranked 5 out of 12 in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School has some notable strengths, such as its performance for African American, English Language Learner, and Special Education students, the school has consistently underperformed compared to the Clark County and Nevada state averages in both mathematics and reading proficiency across all grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's mathematics proficiency rate for all grades was 34.1%, compared to 33% for Clark County and 35.4% for the state. Similarly, the school's reading proficiency rate for all grades in 2024-2025 was 42.2%, compared to 43.9% for Clark County and 45.6% for the state.

Additionally, Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School has consistently high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 25.6% to 31.3% in recent school years, which are significantly higher than the state and district averages. The school's spending per student has increased over the years, from $9,401 in 2018-2019 to $12,879 in 2021-2022, which is higher than the state and district averages. Compared to nearby schools, such as Piggott Academy Elementary School and Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School, Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School's performance is generally lower, but the school does outperform some nearby schools, such as Gray R Guild Elementary School, in certain metrics.

553

Students ?

15.3

Student/teacher ratio ?

$12,879

Per pupil spending ?

100%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1900 S Lisa Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89117

(702) 799-4370

District: Clark County

Students who attend Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Johnson Walter Junior High School Academy of Int'l Studies
High:	Bonanza High School

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

40.7%

African American:

24.1%

White:

15.2%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 44th percentile in 2014 → 42nd in 2025

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school36%

District avg37%

Nevada avg39%

220^th of 379

Nevada public elementary schools ?

Bottom 42%▼ down 12 pts since 2016

From top 46% (2016) to bottom 42% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

112^th of 221Elementary Schools in the Clark County

5^th of 12Clark County among Nevada districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2025	35.8	220 of 379	42.0%	★★☆☆☆
2024	40.7	193 of 377	48.8%	★★☆☆☆
2023	43.9	182 of 384	52.6%	★★★☆☆
2022	21.5	293 of 380	22.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	17.5	279 of 324	13.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2019	39.5	220 of 388	43.3%	★★☆☆☆
2018	51.5	157 of 341	54.0%	★★★☆☆
2017	49.8	168 of 351	52.1%	★★★☆☆
2016	50.1	161 of 347	53.6%	★★★☆☆
2014	46.1	186 of 332	44.0%	★★☆☆☆
2013	73.0	87 of 330	73.6%	★★★★☆
2012	74.3	60 of 328	81.7%	★★★★☆
2011	44.1	175 of 318	45.0%	★★☆☆☆
2010	56.2	118 of 300	60.7%	★★★☆☆
2009	60.0	93 of 292	68.2%	★★★☆☆
2008	53.6	126 of 294	57.1%	★★★☆☆
2006	50.1	112 of 246	54.5%	★★★☆☆

African American

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	67.2	27 of 132	79.5%	★★★★☆

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	74.7	21 of 213	90.1%	★★★★★

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	52.5	149 of 330	54.8%	★★★☆☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	45.6	157 of 308	49.0%	★★☆☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	44.6	175 of 321	45.5%	★★☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	48.6	159 of 332	52.1%	★★★☆☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	79.0	28 of 227	87.7%	★★★★☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nevada percentile	Rating
2018	42.5	147 of 247	40.5%	★★☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

English Language Learner (2018)90th percentile+36 vs school

Special Education (2018)88th percentile+34 vs school

African American (2018)80th percentile+26 vs school

Female (2018)55th percentile~ school

Male (2018)52nd percentile~ school

Hispanic (2018)49th percentile-5 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2018)45th percentile-8 vs school

White (2018)40th percentile-13 vs school

By subject vs Nevada (2024-2025) ?

Reading42%-3 vs state

Mathematics34%~ state avg

Science22%-5 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Friday, May 20, 2016

The administrative team tends to be quite condescending.

Some of the teachers are fantastic, some - well, full disclosure - I question if they're simply filling vacancies, the competency or lack thereof is both blatant and riveting.

My little one has sustained a few, but significant in severity, injuries - all of which they admitted they didn't see what had transpired and I had to rely on my little one's recount to put the pieces together. One incident could have easily been an 'unconscious on impact' scenario without any supervisor even aware my child was down on the black top. I've been informed by other parent volunteers that the supervision at recess is sometimes left to one, with 5 kindergarten classes?! NOT acceptable. #CHAMPschool

Apparently it is acceptable for teachers to disregard requests for a meeting to discuss valid concerns and contradictory information they've provided - your child will receive praise on assignments they bring home, etc. behavior is exemplary per their standards and feedback, yet grades depict another story and are more than eyebrow raising - far from congruent with the daily feedback and positive commentary, both verbal and written on graded assignments.

If you enjoy amusement parks, buckle up and enjoy the complimentary emotional roller coaster. And if you enjoy the element of surprise - this school is for you :) One day you will proceed as usual only to discover without notice, policy/protocol has changed without explanation or again advance notice.

I now understand why our school district receives the wealth of negativity it does - I didn't experience this growing up in the Valley with the schools I attended however things do change - and not always for the best. It's quite disheartening.

Wishing you and your little one(s) a better experience and introduction to school than ours. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, December 4, 2015

This is a great school. The staff are friendly and very well involved with all the students. I love Mr. Mingo and how he has a hand in all the events and activities. He's very involved with the students and they love him for that. Every school is what you make it but the field day events, walkathon, cookie fund raisers, field trips, picnics, and talent shows along with proven test scores and my son accelerating in the Gate program makes this a great school to me. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, August 14, 2013

I really like this school. Mr. Bauder is a great teacher, and role model for his students. He truly cares about each one of his students. I am so grateful Mr. Bauder is at this school. He truly loves his job. Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, November 29, 2012

I have had children attending this school since before the current principal. He makes it very hard for parent involvment on any level. Most of the teachers are hired based on looks, rather than capability. For the most part, I think Mr. Mingo has ruined the school. Close Quote

by a teacher
Wednesday, July 11, 2012

I'm sorry the other reviewer has had a bad experience at our school. I can't speak for everyone, but for myself, I do try to welcome parents in and make them feel comfortable. As teachers we strive everyday todo what's best for our students. If our administrator could keep his hands off our women teachers we'd be able to do so much more. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, November 24, 2010

The teachers and the staff are very unfriendly. If they like you, they are very pleasant. Which require you to support the schools each time the school has some sort of function. That being said, the more you spend your money on the school. The more they will like you and be nice to you too. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				SBAC Mathematics (2025)				SBAC Reading (2025)				SBAC Science (2025)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	SBAC Mathematics 3rd Grade	SBAC Mathematics 4th Grade	SBAC Mathematics 5th Grade	SBAC Mathematics All Grades	SBAC Reading 3rd Grade	SBAC Reading 4th Grade	SBAC Reading 5th Grade	SBAC Reading All Grades	SBAC Science 5th Grade	SBAC Science All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1900 S Lisa Ln	Las Vegas	89117	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4370	553	36	15.3	100.0%	84 (15.2%)	133 (24.1%)	225 (40.7%)	42 (7.6%)	4 (0.7%)	3 (0.5%)	62 (11.2%)	35.8	220^th of 379 public elementary schools	42.0%		40.7	193^rd of 377 public elementary schools	48.8%	27	37.2	39.7	26.6	34.1	36.8	37.3	51.4	42.2	21.9	21.9	$12,879	$1,703	$11,176
Jacobson Walter Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	8400 Boseck Dr	Las Vegas	89145	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4320	494	27	18.2	100.0%	98 (19.8%)	74 (15.0%)	240 (48.6%)	18 (3.6%)	3 (0.6%)	7 (1.4%)	54 (10.9%)	29.8	247^th of 379 public elementary schools	34.8%		34.9	219^th of 377 public elementary schools	41.9%	28	35.2	37.3	22.4	31.5	32.9	38.5	46.6	39.0			$12,308	$1,590	$10,719
Christensen M J Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	9001 Mariner Cove Dr	Las Vegas	89117	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4390	487	33	14.7	100.0%	108 (22.2%)	100 (20.5%)	220 (45.2%)	12 (2.5%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (0.8%)	42 (8.6%)	53.4	155^th of 379 public elementary schools	59.1%		42.1	188^th of 377 public elementary schools	50.1%	33	58.1	42.4	21.2	41.2	63.0	50.7	40.9	51.9			$11,291	$1,646	$9,646
Piggott Academy Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	9601 Red Hills Rd	Las Vegas	89117	Clark County	Clark County	No	Yes	No	No	(702) 799-4450	686	41	16.7	100.0%	192 (28.0%)	111 (16.2%)	182 (26.5%)	113 (16.5%)	1 (0.1%)	3 (0.4%)	84 (12.2%)	82.3	54^th of 379 public elementary schools	85.8%		77.3	66^th of 377 public elementary schools	82.5%	12	72.5	60.3	53.5	62.3	65.8	56.7	69.6	64.1	32.1	32.1	$11,084	$1,070	$10,014
Smith Helen M Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	7101 Pinedale Ave	Las Vegas	89145	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4300	452	32	14.1	100.0%	81 (17.9%)	36 (8.0%)	284 (62.8%)	17 (3.8%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.7%)	30 (6.6%)	44.4	188^th of 379 public elementary schools	50.4%		47.7	162^nd of 377 public elementary schools	57.0%	26	41.2	45.7	33.6	39.2	41.2	49.1	44.5	44.8			$11,785	$1,585	$10,200
Bendorf Patricia A Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3550 S Kevin Way	Las Vegas	89147	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4440	487	25	19.4	100.0%	75 (15.4%)	130 (26.7%)	154 (31.6%)	54 (11.1%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (3.7%)	56 (11.5%)	29	255^th of 379 public elementary schools	32.7%		40.2	195^th of 377 public elementary schools	48.3%	60	37.7	31.3	23.0	30.6	32.2	37.3	46.7	38.9			$11,240	$1,619	$9,621
Bryan Roger M Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	8255 Katie Ave	Las Vegas	89147	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-1270	622	42	14.8	100.0%	96 (15.4%)	177 (28.5%)	207 (33.3%)	86 (13.8%)	2 (0.3%)	17 (2.7%)	37 (5.9%)	60	127^th of 379 public elementary schools	66.5%		63.2	117^th of 377 public elementary schools	69.0%	10	63.5	45.2	40.7	49.8	53.1	55.9	39.8	49.1			$12,619	$1,736	$10,883
Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	9620 W Twain Ave	Las Vegas	89147	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-6030	509	38	13.3	100.0%	106 (20.8%)	102 (20.0%)	171 (33.6%)	66 (13.0%)	2 (0.4%)	12 (2.4%)	50 (9.8%)	77.8	73^rd of 379 public elementary schools	80.7%		71.7	90^th of 377 public elementary schools	76.1%	17	62.3	48.2	45.9	52.1	56.4	66.6	63.6	62.3	43.6	43.6	$13,719	$1,625	$12,094
Gray R Guild Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2825 S Torrey Pines Dr	Las Vegas	89146	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-5950	351	29	12.1	100.0%	46 (13.1%)	46 (13.1%)	213 (60.7%)	19 (5.4%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.1%)	23 (6.6%)	30	245^th of 379 public elementary schools	35.4%		32.2	234^th of 377 public elementary schools	37.9%	11	31.5	34.8	27.1	31.3	42.1	34.8	42.3	39.5			$14,961	$1,815	$13,146
Warren Rose Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	6451 Brandywine Way	Las Vegas	89107	Clark County	Clark County	No	No	No	Yes	(702) 799-4233	499	29	17.2	100.0%	26 (5.2%)	49 (9.8%)	391 (78.4%)	6 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.6%)	24 (4.8%)	19.5	299^th of 379 public elementary schools	21.1%		18.7	307^th of 377 public elementary schools	18.6%	8	32.9	32.0	24.7	29.7	22.4	26.9	37.1	28.9			$12,861	$1,653	$11,208

Frequently Asked Questions about Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School

What district is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School in?

Clark County

Is Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School a good school?

Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School ranks 220^th of 379 Nevada elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School?

Students at Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School are 41% Hispanic, 24% African American, 15% White, 11% Two or more races, 8% Asian.

How many students attend Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 553 students attended Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Johnson Walter Junior High School Academy of Int'l Studies
High : Bonanza High School

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