Very Good
#153 of 691 schools in NV
Top 22% in state
Forbuss Robert L ES
Elementary School · Clark County
8601 S Grand Canyon Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89178
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#153 of 691
In Las Vegas
#66 of 302
public schools
In district
#80 of 364
Clark County
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Forbuss Robert L ES
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About Forbuss Robert L ES
Forbuss Robert L ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Forbuss Robert L ES serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forbuss Robert L ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Forbuss Robert L ES show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Forbuss Robert L 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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Forbuss Robert L ES — Students at Forbuss Robert L ES score 56% 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: 7.5/10.
How Forbuss Robert L ES Compares
See how Forbuss Robert L 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
8601 S Grand Canyon Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89178
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forbuss Robert L ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thompson Tyrone ES (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berkley Shelley ES (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Doral Academy Cactus (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Snyder Don & Dee ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Berkley Shelley ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Faiss Wilbur & Theresa MS Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Tanaka Wayne N ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Thompson Tyrone ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Wright William V ES Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Doral Academy Cactus Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Sierra Vista HS Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Reedom Carolyn S ES Las Vegas | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BISHOP GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Batterman Kathy L ES Las Vegas | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Amplus Durango Las Vegas | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Gunderson Barry and June MS Las Vegas | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Fertitta Victoria MS Las Vegas | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WATER OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas | 4.1 mi | — |
| Nevada State High School Southwest Las Vegas | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Rogers Lucille S ES Las Vegas | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas Las Vegas | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Steele Judith D ES Las Vegas | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,985
Median Home Value
$451,800
Median Rent
$2,030/mo
Population
43,155
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forbuss Robert L ES
What grades does Forbuss Robert L ES serve?
Forbuss Robert L ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forbuss Robert L ES?
Forbuss Robert L ES has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forbuss Robert L ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Forbuss Robert L ES is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forbuss Robert L ES rank in NV?
Forbuss Robert L ES ranks #153 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Forbuss Robert L ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Forbuss Robert L ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Forbuss Robert L ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forbuss Robert L ES has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forbuss Robert L ES a charter school?
No, Forbuss Robert L ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forbuss Robert L ES a Title I school?
No, Forbuss Robert L ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forbuss Robert L ES?
100.0% of students at Forbuss Robert L 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (702) 799-6840
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #80 of 364
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