Very Good
#192 of 691 schools in NV
Top 28% in state
May Ernest ES
Elementary School · Clark County
6350 W Washburn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#192 of 691
In Las Vegas
#85 of 302
public schools
In district
#102 of 364
Clark County
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About May Ernest ES
May Ernest ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. May Ernest ES serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. May Ernest ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for May Ernest ES show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at May Ernest 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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May Ernest ES — Students at May Ernest ES score 53% 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: 7.1/10.
How May Ernest ES Compares
See how May Ernest 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
6350 W Washburn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering May Ernest ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Academy Lone Mountain (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tobler R E ES (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carl Kay ES (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CANDIL HALL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| TEACH Las Vegas Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Somerset Academy Lone Mountain Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Carl Kay ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Neal Joseph M ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LAMB OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Quest Academy Northwest Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Lied STEM Academy MS Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Founders Academy of Las Vegas Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Deskin Ruthe ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Nevada State High School Northwest Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Parson Claude & Stella ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Leavitt Justice Myron E MS Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Tobler R E ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Leadership Academy of Nevada Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| APPLIED SCHOLASTICS ACADEMY Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Legacy Traditional School North Valley North Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Wolfe Eva ES N. Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Guy Addeliar D III ES N. Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Nevada State High School North Las Vegas North Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about May Ernest ES
What grades does May Ernest ES serve?
May Ernest ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend May Ernest ES?
May Ernest ES has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at May Ernest ES?
The student-teacher ratio at May Ernest ES is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does May Ernest ES rank in NV?
May Ernest ES ranks #192 of 691 schools in NV.
What is May Ernest ES's MySchoolScout rating?
May Ernest ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 May Ernest ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, May Ernest ES has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is May Ernest ES a charter school?
No, May Ernest ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is May Ernest ES a Title I school?
No, May Ernest ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for May Ernest ES?
100.0% of students at May Ernest 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
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (702) 799-4690
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #102 of 364
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