Excellent
#50 of 691 schools in NV
Top 7% in state
O Roarke Thomas ES
Elementary School · Clark County
8455 O'Hare Road, Las Vegas, NV 89143
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#50 of 691
In Las Vegas
#21 of 302
public schools
In district
#28 of 364
Clark County
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About O Roarke Thomas ES
O Roarke Thomas ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. O Roarke Thomas ES serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. O Roarke Thomas ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for O Roarke Thomas ES show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at O Roarke Thomas 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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O Roarke Thomas ES — Students at O Roarke Thomas ES score 65% 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: 8.1/10.
How O Roarke Thomas ES Compares
See how O Roarke Thomas 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
8455 O'Hare Road, Las Vegas, NV 89143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O Roarke Thomas ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Divich Kenneth ES (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bozarth Henry & Evelyn ES (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Somerset Academy Skye Canyon (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scherkenbach William & Mary ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bilbray James ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Arbor View HS Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Thompson Sandra L ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Rhodes Betsy ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Somerset Academy Sky Pointe Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Cadwallader Ralph MS Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Divich Kenneth ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Coral Academy Centennial Hills Las Vegas | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Imagine School Mountain View Las Vegas | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Escobedo Edmundo Eddie Sr MS Las Vegas | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Saville Anthony MS Las Vegas | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bozarth Henry & Evelyn ES Las Vegas | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NW Career-Technical Academy ES Las Vegas | 3.6 mi | — |
| Somerset Academy Skye Canyon Las Vegas | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Leadership Academy of Nevada Las Vegas | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Nevada State High School Northwest Las Vegas | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Darnell Marshall C ES Las Vegas | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Centennial HS Las Vegas | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,230
Median Home Value
$437,500
Median Rent
$1,799/mo
Population
13,456
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bozarth Henry & Evelyn ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.7 |
| Hill Charlotte ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.7 |
| Jenkins Earl N ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.7 |
| MICHAEL INSKEEP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno, NV | 8.7 |
| Staton Ethel W ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.7 |
| Batterman Kathy L ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O Roarke Thomas ES
What grades does O Roarke Thomas ES serve?
O Roarke Thomas ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend O Roarke Thomas ES?
O Roarke Thomas ES has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O Roarke Thomas ES?
The student-teacher ratio at O Roarke Thomas ES is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O Roarke Thomas ES rank in NV?
O Roarke Thomas ES ranks #50 of 691 schools in NV.
What is O Roarke Thomas ES's MySchoolScout rating?
O Roarke Thomas ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 O Roarke Thomas ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O Roarke Thomas ES has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is O Roarke Thomas ES a charter school?
No, O Roarke Thomas ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O Roarke Thomas ES a Title I school?
No, O Roarke Thomas ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O Roarke Thomas ES?
100.0% of students at O Roarke Thomas 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
- 632
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (702) 799-6600
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #28 of 364
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