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#327 of 691 schools in NV

Top 47% in state

Williams Tom ES

Elementary School · Clark County

3000 E Tonopah Ave, N. Las Vegas, NV 89030

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#327 of 691

In N. Las Vegas

#13 of 44

public schools

In district

#169 of 364

Clark County

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Williams Tom ES

6.5/10

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

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About Williams Tom ES

Williams Tom ES is a public elementary school in N. Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Williams Tom ES serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Williams Tom ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #327 of 691 schools in NV. Structured state assessment records for Williams Tom ES show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Williams Tom ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

40% of students at Williams Tom 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.6% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism39.8%

Williams Tom ES — Students at Williams Tom ES score 23% 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 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (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
57%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
19.6%
ELA
26.6%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Williams Tom ES Compares

See how Williams Tom ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in NV
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

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

3000 E Tonopah Ave, N. Las Vegas, NV 89030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williams Tom ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herron Fay ES (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bracken Walter ES (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cambeiro Arturo ES (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in N. Las Vegas, see our N. Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas 0.5 mi
Herron Fay ES N. Las Vegas 0.7 mi 8.1
Bracken Walter ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 7.0
Ronnow C C ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 6.5
Von Tobel Ed MS Las Vegas 0.9 mi 4.8
Jeffers Jay W ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 4.7
Battle Born Academy Las Vegas 0.9 mi 4.4
Smith J D MS N. Las Vegas 0.9 mi 4.9
Cambeiro Arturo ES Las Vegas 1.1 mi 7.0
Squires C P ES N. Las Vegas 1.0 mi 5.4
Lunt Robert ES Las Vegas 1.2 mi 6.3
ST CHRISTOPHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Las Vegas 1.0 mi 6.2
Rancho HS Las Vegas 1.1 mi 4.9
Morris Sunset HS Las Vegas 1.2 mi 4.1
CRISTO REY ST. VIATOR North Las Vegas 1.3 mi 6.4
CRISTO REY ST. VIATOR LAS VEGAS COLLEGE PREPARATOR North Las Vegas 1.3 mi 6.6
Desert Pines HS Las Vegas 1.3 mi 3.0
CIVICA Academy North Las Vegas 1.2 mi 5.5
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-SHS Las Vegas 1.4 mi 5.2
Clark County Detention Ctr J-SHS Las Vegas 1.4 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,204

Median Home Value

$237,300

Median Rent

$1,139/mo

Population

52,545

College Educated

5.4%

Homeownership

34%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williams Tom ES

What grades does Williams Tom ES serve?

Williams Tom ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Williams Tom ES?

Williams Tom ES has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Tom ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Williams Tom 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 Williams Tom ES rank in NV?

Williams Tom ES ranks #327 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Williams Tom ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Williams Tom ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Williams Tom ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Tom ES has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Williams Tom ES a charter school?

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

Is Williams Tom ES a Title I school?

No, Williams Tom ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams Tom ES?

100.0% of students at Williams Tom 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

District

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

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