SHEILA R. TARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sheila R. Tarr Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 738 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Sheila R. Tarr Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sheila R. Tarr Elementary School is a public school located in the Summerlin-area of Las Vegas, Nevada, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Clark County School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically focuses on building strong foundations in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, while incorporating programs that encourage student engagement and community involvement.

The school is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, providing a localized community feel for families in the 89129 zip code. Sheila R. Tarr Elementary is recognized for its efforts to provide a well-rounded educational experience, often utilizing district-wide curriculum standards to ensure students are prepared for their transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student growth, the school aims to be a cornerstone for its neighborhood, prioritizing the success and well-being of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Sheila R. Tarr Elementary School at (702) 799-6710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9400 W. Gilmore Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89129
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SHEILA R. TARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Las Vegas, NV with about 738 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nevada

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Clark County
Total Students:
738
Teachers:
42
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 738 students

White
41.3%
Hispanic/Latino
33.6%
Black or African American
10.6%
Two or more races
9.8%
Asian
4.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.