Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Learn, Create, Inspire'
School Mascot
Buddy Bison
School Rankings
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#565 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
45%
Black
18%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
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: Buddy Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School is ranked #565 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Sunrise Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School?
500 students attend Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School offer ?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School part of?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School located?
Hollingsworth Howard Elementary School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 28 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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