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Judith D Steele Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 792 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2013

I don't even know where to begin with this school. First off I will say my students with the exception of 1 have wonderful and caring teachers. As far as the principal goes she is a joke. We have attended this school the last 2 years and she is running the school into the ground, she took away everything she possibly could, fall and spring festivals, dances and activities the kids enjoy attending are now removed. Her reasoning is the funding and lack of parent involvement. I know plenty of parents, aunts uncles and grandparents that would love to volunteer their time for their students but HATE working with Mrs. Slack. Im sad to say that my children do not like attending school the only reason they have any drive is from the teachers. We hopefully will not be back next year unless there is a major turn around or Mrs. Slack is removed as principal. Never in my life have I had as many issues as I do with this school sadly disappointed!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 7, 2013

I wish Judi Steele Elementary would update their website. It's extremely limited with new information. I'm a grandparent of a kindergartener and live across the US. I'd like to read more about our little girl's school.


Posted August 13, 2012

Thank god it is now PTA and not PTLA. There needed to be a change (i.e., president). There were excellent teachers in the past, however, a lot of them had to leave this past year. Very disappointing as I was looking forward to having one of those excellent teachers for my children. Seriously thinking of magnet schools as the best option.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 13, 2012

. Parents are outsiders, and their concerns are readily dismissed. I regret that my child goes to this school. I sure wish they'd step into the present, because the habits here are very 1980's. If your child is push button with no issues, they'll do ok. Those needing assistance should go elsewhere.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 8, 2012

Steele is a great school for my daughter. She has loved going there for 3 years now and I have had wonderful teachers each year. The activities are well run, but most of all my daughter learned how to read is one of the highest students in her class!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 12, 2011

Great school. If you're relocating to the area, have no worries about the elementary school! Your children are in great hands
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2011

We love this school. Teachers and staff are great. They really pay attention to their students. We got lot of help when we need it. Teachers are not just there for teaching. They also seem to really care for students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 20, 2011

The male primary autism teacher is amazing! He is. an asset to the school. It is a shame he wasn't recoginized for his help during the flood. My child has learned so much since this teacher started. IT'S TOO BAD THE INTERMEDIATE TEACHER HAS NO SKILLS. IWANT MY CHILD TO REMAIN WITH MR.__.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2010

I have been a parent at this school since it opened several years ago. I am so glad there is a PTA, a new principal, and next year the school will be 9 months. I have been discourage with the 4th and 5th grade departmentalization but the new pricnipal will not have it next year, which is good. I think all the 1st grade teachers are excellent The Chess Club is excellent as well as the Science department.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 16, 2010

My daughter has gone there for a couple of years and the teachers are great. They actually seem to care about the kids. It is wonderful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 6, 2009

We love this school! The principle and teachers are so caring and involved! It's a tremendous learning atmosphere for my kids and we are thrilled that they were rezoned to this school. Great job everybody!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 21, 2008

Unfortunately, all the schools in Nevada have the same sad ways of running a school. Why should i have to dip into my child's college fund just to send him to kindergarten? Why shoul di have to bring in ream copy paper? I should not be paying for office supplies. My husband and I already pay our taxes, why doesn't that cover toilet paper or paper towels for the classrooms? Since when are those not included with a public place? Would you go to a restaurant that told you to bring your own paper towels or silverware? Would you go to a bookstore to be told you have to bring your own paper for them to make you a copy of the book? This is my family's first experience with any of our children going to school. I had questions about how things worked and was totally put down for asking.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 25, 2008

I am both a parent and a teacher at this school. I think it is an awesome school. Both of my children have truly grown in this rich and diverse environment. The teachers care about children and it is such a warm environment for everyone. The office staff is top notch and the principal is like a mother to all....the kids and the staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 6, 2007

We are part of the opening year, and I am happy to report that this school has had very few 'growing pains' and overall, things have gone very very well. Excellent GATE teacher, overall very happy with this school!
—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.

139 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 59% in 2011.

139 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
62%
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.

110 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
68%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 65% in 2011.

110 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
63%
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.

119 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
66%

2008

 
 
67%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 63% in 2011.

119 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
67%

2008

 
 
64%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2011.

119 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
66%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 44% in 2011.

114 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
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

All Students82%
Female80%
Male85%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander63%
Hispanic50%
White/Caucasian91%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch77%
Full price86%
Students without disabilities83%
Students with limited English proficiency85%
Proficient in English82%

Reading

All Students72%
Female74%
Male70%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander56%
Hispanic38%
White/Caucasian83%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch60%
Full price81%
Students without disabilities73%
Students with limited English proficiency47%
Proficient in English70%
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%
Female84%
Male54%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander63%
Hispanicn/a
White/Caucasian61%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch48%
Full price86%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities80%
Students with limited English proficiency58%
Proficient in English76%

Reading

All Students78%
Female68%
Male61%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander74%
Hispanicn/a
White/Caucasian70%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch67%
Full price82%
Students without disabilities78%
Students with limited English proficiency75%
Proficient in English77%
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 Students81%
Female82%
Male79%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander76%
Hispanic94%
White/Caucasian80%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch75%
Full price84%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities82%
Students with limited English proficiency79%
Proficient in English81%

Reading

All Students72%
Female72%
Male71%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander44%
Hispanicn/a
White/Caucasian56%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch43%
Full price73%
Students without disabilities72%
Students with limited English proficiency50%
Proficient in English73%

Science

All Students61%
Female46%
Male68%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander35%
Hispanicn/a
White/Caucasian61%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch40%
Full price67%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities61%
Students with limited English proficiency47%
Proficient in English63%

Writing

All Students54%
Female67%
Male42%
Black/African Americann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander50%
Hispanicn/a
White/Caucasian56%
Students qualifying for free/reduced lunch55%
Full price53%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities55%
Students with limited English proficiency62%
Proficient in English50%
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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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 35% 42%
Asian/Pacific Islander 32% 8%
Hispanic 19% 37%
Black 13% 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 23%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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6995 West Eldorado Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89113
Phone: (702) 799-2201

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