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#314 of 691 schools in NV
Top 45% in state
Allen Dean Lamar ES
Elementary School · Clark County
8680 W Hammer Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89149
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#314 of 691
In Las Vegas
#139 of 302
public schools
In district
#164 of 364
Clark County
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Allen Dean Lamar ES
Allen Dean Lamar ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Allen Dean Lamar ES serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen Dean Lamar ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Allen Dean Lamar ES show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Allen Dean Lamar ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Allen Dean Lamar ES — Students at Allen Dean Lamar ES score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Allen Dean Lamar ES Compares
See how Allen Dean Lamar ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8680 W Hammer Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen Dean Lamar ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coral Academy Centennial Hills (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tarr Sheila Academy of Int'l Studies ES (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Darnell Marshall C ES (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| NW Career-Technical Academy ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | — |
| Imagine School Mountain View Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Darnell Marshall C ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Leavitt Justice Myron E MS Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Coral Academy Centennial Hills Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Leadership Academy of Nevada Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Somerset Academy Sky Pointe Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Escobedo Edmundo Eddie Sr MS Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Garehime Edith ES Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SETON ACADEMY WEST Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | — |
| Deskin Ruthe ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Nevada State High School Northwest Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Tarr Sheila Academy of Int'l Studies ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cadwallader Ralph MS Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| APPLIED SCHOLASTICS ACADEMY Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Molasky Irwin & Susan JHS Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Thompson Sandra L ES Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kahre Marc ES Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Eisenberg Dorothy ES Las Vegas | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,085
Median Home Value
$494,900
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
45,009
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen Dean Lamar ES
What grades does Allen Dean Lamar ES serve?
Allen Dean Lamar ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Allen Dean Lamar ES?
Allen Dean Lamar ES has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen Dean Lamar ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen Dean Lamar ES is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allen Dean Lamar ES rank in NV?
Allen Dean Lamar ES ranks #314 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Allen Dean Lamar ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen Dean Lamar ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Allen Dean Lamar ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allen Dean Lamar ES has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Allen Dean Lamar ES a charter school?
No, Allen Dean Lamar ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allen Dean Lamar ES a Title I school?
No, Allen Dean Lamar ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allen Dean Lamar ES?
100.0% of students at Allen Dean Lamar ES qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (702) 799-4580
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #164 of 364
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