Excellent
#130 of 691 schools in NV
Top 19% in state
Carl Kay ES
Elementary School · Clark County
5625 Corbett St, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#130 of 691
In Las Vegas
#58 of 302
public schools
In district
#69 of 364
Clark County
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Carl Kay ES
Carl Kay ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Carl Kay ES serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl Kay ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Carl Kay ES show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Carl Kay 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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Carl Kay ES — Students at Carl Kay ES score 49% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Carl Kay ES Compares
See how Carl Kay 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
5625 Corbett St, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carl Kay ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heckethorn Howard E ES (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Somerset Academy Aliante (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Las Vegas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Somerset Academy Lone Mountain (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lied STEM Academy MS Las Vegas | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LAMB OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| May Ernest ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Neal Joseph M ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CANDIL HALL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Triggs Vincent L ES N. Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Somerset Academy Aliante North Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Legacy Traditional School North Valley North Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TEACH Las Vegas Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Wolfe Eva ES N. Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Guy Addeliar D III ES N. Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| UNIVERSITY BAPTIST ACADEMY North Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Somerset Academy Lone Mountain Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Parson Claude & Stella ES Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Founders Academy of Las Vegas Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Quest Academy Northwest Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Nevada State High School Northwest Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Nevada State High School North Las Vegas North Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | — |
| Heckethorn Howard E ES Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Goynes Theron H & Naomi D ES N. Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,599
Median Home Value
$391,300
Median Rent
$1,620/mo
Population
35,152
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
42.5
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| Treem Harriet ES Henderson, NV | 8.0 |
| BROWN ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 7.9 |
| Conners Eileen ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.1 |
| Coral Academy Eastgate Henderson, NV | 7.9 |
| Herron Fay ES N. Las Vegas, NV | 8.1 |
| Jydstrup Helen ES Las Vegas, NV | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl Kay ES
What grades does Carl Kay ES serve?
Carl Kay ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carl Kay ES?
Carl Kay ES has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl Kay ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Carl Kay ES is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carl Kay ES rank in NV?
Carl Kay ES ranks #130 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Carl Kay ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Carl Kay ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Carl Kay ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl Kay ES has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carl Kay ES a charter school?
No, Carl Kay ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carl Kay ES a Title I school?
No, Carl Kay ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl Kay ES?
100.0% of students at Carl Kay 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
- 687
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (702) 799-6650
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #69 of 364
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