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#452 of 691 schools in NV

Harmon Harley ES

Elementary School · Clark County

4820 E. MESA VISTA AVENUE, Las Vegas, NV 89120

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#452 of 691

In Las Vegas

#195 of 302

public schools

In district

#235 of 364

Clark County

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Harmon Harley ES

5.6/10

Elementary School in Las Vegas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harmon Harley ES

Harmon Harley ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Harmon Harley ES serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmon Harley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Harmon Harley ES show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Harmon Harley 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.9% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism37.7%

Harmon Harley ES — Students at Harmon Harley ES score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
35.9%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Harmon Harley ES Compares

See how Harmon Harley ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in NV
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4820 E. MESA VISTA AVENUE, Las Vegas, NV 89120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmon Harley ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Charter School Sandhill (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Treem Harriet ES (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Explore Knowledge Academy ES (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Southeast Career Technical Academy HS Las Vegas 0.7 mi 6.4
Cortney Francis H JHS Las Vegas 0.6 mi 4.3
Explore Knowledge Academy ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 7.6
Explore Knowledge Academy J-SHS Las Vegas 0.8 mi 8.4
Ullom J M ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 5.3
Cowan Sunset Southeast HS Las Vegas 0.9 mi
Cowan Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas 0.9 mi 4.9
White Thurman Academy of the Arts MS Henderson 1.0 mi 8.0
STRONG GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson 1.0 mi 5.8
Silver Sands Montessori Henderson 1.0 mi 4.0
Treem Harriet ES Henderson 1.1 mi 8.0
Thorpe Jim ES Henderson 1.1 mi 5.8
Tomiyasu Bill Y ES Las Vegas 1.1 mi 7.0
Ferron William E ES Las Vegas 1.4 mi 7.5
AMERICAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Henderson 1.4 mi 5.0
J.O.Y. ACADEMY OF SOUTHERN NEVADA Las Vegas 1.2 mi 6.0
Bailey Sister Robert Joseph ES Las Vegas 1.4 mi 5.8
Whitney ES Las Vegas 1.4 mi 7.0
GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson 1.7 mi 5.8
Discovery Charter School Sandhill Las Vegas 1.5 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,813

Median Home Value

$364,800

Median Rent

$1,467/mo

Population

23,797

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmon Harley ES

What grades does Harmon Harley ES serve?

Harmon Harley ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harmon Harley ES?

Harmon Harley ES has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmon Harley ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmon Harley 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 Harmon Harley ES rank in NV?

Harmon Harley ES ranks #452 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Harmon Harley ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmon Harley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Harmon Harley ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmon Harley ES has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harmon Harley ES a charter school?

No, Harmon Harley ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harmon Harley ES a Title I school?

No, Harmon Harley ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmon Harley ES?

100.0% of students at Harmon Harley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
309,394
Schools in District
383
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,569
District Rank
#235 of 364

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