Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Navy Blue and Khaki
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
75%
46%
Black
9%
12%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bracken Walter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School?
589 students attend Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School offer ?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School part of?
Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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