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Dan Goldfarb Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 800 students

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5 stars

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Posted June 9, 2011

This school is amazing. Both of my children have thrived under the tutelage of highly qualified teachers. As a parent I feel it is important to be as involved as possible in my childrens education. The principal, teachers and staff have all welcomed and encouraged me to be as involved as I would like inside the school as well as offered resources to expand my childrens education outside of school. My family has enjoyed many events (carnival, math night, spaghetti dinner, dads and donuts--these are just a few) at Goldfarb and look forward to many more. Thank you for providing a wonderful environment for my children to excel in!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2009

my son and daughter love it here i do to my daughter is runing for spiret leader
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 5, 2008

My two children attended Goldfarb last year I miss it very much.5th grade teacher Mr.Edmonds really went the extra mile for my daughter Keiyaira.I Was able to attend school trips,and felt very involved with her education.I had the joy of being a teacher's helper in Mrs.Gronna's class.My children and I will always remember the school functions we attended.I am very thankful my children attended this school.5th grade is a hard time for kids I can't think of a better teacher than Mr.Edmonds to guide them through.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 27, 2007

Initially I had been worried about sending my son to Goldfarb. Their test scores are less than what I'd desired for my son's school. Just a few weeks into the school year my feelings have dramatically changed. My child is doing very well academically . (not bragging) I have been in the classroom and have witnessed a very committed teacher with a passion to teach. My child is excited to come to school. I know his teacher is providing a huge positive influence. I have been forced to set the test scores aside and only evaluate Goldfarb for what they are doing for my child as an individual student. I believe They are doing an awesome job.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 20, 2006

I have 2 children attending Goldfarb. I have been totally satisfied with the quality of the teachers and the leadership. The teachers love parental involvement. They work very hard to make sure my children understand what they are learning. The communication between teachers and students is wonderful. I have always felt that my children were safe at school. There are lots of fun extracurricular activities for all ages. Goldfarb is a fabulous school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 22, 2006

Although Clark County has probably one of the lowest rated school systems in the country, Goldfarb Elementary has one of the best Elementary Schools in the City. It is a small town feel in this community. There are small classes, qualified teachers, and much parental involvement. Often times parents will be given an opportunity to offer suggestions, etc. My child is thriving at Goldfarb. I have been a substitute teacher while I am receiving my Master's degree so I am very familiar with what a good school and a lousy one looks like!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 16, 2003

My youngest child is in early child hood development at Goldfarb, and the experience has been great. His teachers are great and ask for assistance, they invite you to join in and to be a part in the learning and the class.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

114 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
49%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 59% in 2011.

114 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
56%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2011.

122 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 65% in 2011.

122 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
55%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2011.

155 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
55%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 63% in 2011.

155 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
53%

2008

 
 
39%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2011.

155 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
47%

2008

 
 
36%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 44% in 2011.

154 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
41%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

Math

All Students87%
Female90%
Male83%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander85%
Hispanic90%
White/Caucasiann/a
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch89%
Full price69%
Students without disabilities89%
Students with limited English proficiency90%
Proficient in English83%

Reading

All Students68%
Female69%
Male68%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic61%
White/Caucasiann/a
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch66%
Full price56%
Students without disabilities70%
Students with limited English proficiency42%
Proficient in English76%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Nevada Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

Math

All Students72%
Female71%
Male56%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic52%
White/Caucasiann/a
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch70%
Full price77%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities74%
Students with limited English proficiency46%
Proficient in English79%

Reading

All Students66%
Female65%
Male56%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic41%
White/Caucasiann/a
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch48%
Full price82%
Students without disabilities69%
Students with limited English proficiency37%
Proficient in English78%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Nevada Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

Math

All Students77%
Female79%
Male75%
Black/African American68%
Asian/Pacific Islander93%
Hispanic74%
White/Caucasian82%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch74%
Full price82%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities77%
Students with limited English proficiency71%
Proficient in English81%

Reading

All Students65%
Female69%
Male60%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic53%
White/Caucasian57%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch57%
Full price77%
Students without disabilities67%
Students with limited English proficiency49%
Proficient in English77%

Science

All Students46%
Female41%
Male50%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic40%
White/Caucasian57%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch43%
Full price50%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities48%
Students with limited English proficiency37%
Proficient in English52%

Writing

All Students33%
Female43%
Male24%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic22%
White/Caucasian48%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch28%
Full price42%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities36%
Students with limited English proficiency27%
Proficient in English38%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Nevada used the Criterion Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science and writing. The CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Nevada. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Nevada Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Nevada's state standards

Source: Nevada Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 51% 37%
White 22% 42%
Asian/Pacific Islander 14% 8%
Black 12% 11%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 43%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A20
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1651 Orchard Valley Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89142
Phone: (702) 799-1550

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