Enrollment
728
Nevada · 2024-25 NCES data
Other / mixed grade configuration · Las Vegas, NV
Tanaka Wayne N Es
Federal NCES profile for Tanaka Wayne N Es, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 27/100.
2024-25 NCES dataOther / mixed grade configurationNCES 320006000621
👥 S:T ratio 38
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 0
📋 Attendance 0
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Tanaka Wayne N Es earns 27/100 on the Resource Investment Index, even as it posts class sizes smaller than 73% of Nevada schools. It is also more racially and ethnically mixed than most Nevada schools.
- #114 of 198
- schools in Las Vegas · Resource Index
- 27
- Resource Index · Lower
- 15.5:1
- small classes for Nevada
- 98.4%
- free-lunch eligible
Tanaka Wayne N Es has class sizes smaller than 73% of Nevada schools. Computed live against every Nevada school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Tanaka Wayne N Es ranks #114 of 198 schools in Las Vegas, NV.
School address
District: Clark County School District · Nevada
NCES ID 320006000621 Verify on NCES CCD record →
Teachers (FTE)
47.0
Federal CCD staff survey
Students per teacher
15.5:1
vs 20.5:1 Nevada avg
-24% vs state
Free-lunch eligible
98.4%
vs 76.8% Nevada avg
+28% vs state
Student-teacher ratio in context
How Tanaka Wayne N Es compares with Nevada and U.S. medians
What stands out at Tanaka Wayne N Es
Tanaka Wayne N Es is a high-poverty, mid-sized combined-grade school in Las Vegas, Nevada, enrolling 728 students.
Class sizes run a bit leaner than typical: 15.5:1 puts it in the smaller third of Nevada schools by student-teacher ratio.
Economic need runs somewhat above the state's typical profile, with 98.4% of students eligible for free meals.
Enrollment of 728 puts it in the larger third of Nevada schools by headcount.
Its Resource Investment Index sits near the middle of the pack among 733 scored Nevada schools.
Against 247 statewide peers matched on enrollment and economic need, it ranks mid-pack at #130.
Its student body is led by Hispanic or Latino (32%) and African American (23%), more mixed than most schools in the state (diversity index 79/100).
Counselor access is stretched at roughly 728 students per counselor, well above the ASCA-recommended 250:1 ceiling.
Chronic absenteeism is elevated: 47.3% of students missed 10% or more of school days (2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection).
The surrounding Clark County School District spends $11,565 per pupil, 30% below the Nevada average, a leaner-resourced district than most.
Its district draws 17.0% of revenue from federal sources, an above-typical federal share that tends to track a higher-need student population.
Among Las Vegas's public schools, it stands alongside Nv Learning Academy J-Shs (3,352 students): Tanaka Wayne N Es is smaller than that campus by headcount and runs leaner classes (15.5:1 vs 23:1).
Clark County School District also operates Adult Education Programs (4,559 students) and Nv Learning Academy J-Shs (3,352 students) alongside Tanaka Wayne N Es.
Sourced from NCES CCD, CRDC, and F-33 (federal records, not a quality verdict). How we source and compute this.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data + CRDC + F-33 · 2024-25
How Tanaka Wayne N Es compares
Tanaka Wayne N Es on the metrics families compare, against Nevada and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Nevada | Nevada avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 15.5:1 | ▼ 24% | 20.5:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 98.4% | ▲ 28% | 76.8% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 728 | top 25% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
15.5:1
Leaner classes than 42% of US schools, a middle-of-the-pack class size.
728
Bigger than 82% of US schools by enrollment, a large campus nationally.
Equity indicators (what these measure)
Economic need
98.4%
free-lunch eligible
- 28% above the Nevada average of 76.8%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
15.5:1
students per teacher
- 24% below state mean
Top 27% in Nevada - lower ratio than 73% of state schools
Close to the 15:1 benchmark most often cited for individualized attention.
Engagement
47.3%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$11,565
per pupil, district-wide
- below Nevada avg of $16,454
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors1.0 FTE
Per 728 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
0
in-school suspensions + 2 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 0.3 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Overview
- Common Core of Data (June 2026): enrollment, staffing, and the student-teacher ratio above.
- Civil Rights Data Collection: discipline counts and program access (AP, gifted, special education).
- F-33 School District Finance Survey: the district-wide per-pupil spending figures below.
Three separate federal collections, each on its own reporting cadence - which is why this school's numbers line up on a consistent basis against every other school and state on this site, rather than mixing figures pulled from different survey years.
Student demographics
Hispanic or Latino 31.9%
African American 22.5%
White 17.4%
Two or More 14.4%
Asian 10.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 2.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.4%
Largest group: Hispanic or Latino at 31.9% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 78.5/100
Simpson diversity index - at 78.5, Tanaka Wayne N Es is more mixed than the Nevada school average of 56.4.
Programs
Gifted & talented Yes
Funding & spending
District-wide per-pupil expenditure for Clark County School District, which includes Tanaka Wayne N Es.
$11,565
Per student
-30%
vs Nevada
Avg $16,454
-30%
vs U.S.
Avg $16,593
Revenue mix
Local 17.1%
State 65.9%
Federal 17.0%
Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey District-level finance · FY 2021-22 Per-pupil expenditure reflects the district-wide average. Individual school budgets are not reported at the federal level.
How Tanaka Wayne N Es Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Education Programs | Larger | Lower economic need | No ratio data |
| Nv Learning Academy J-Shs | Larger | No free-lunch data | Higher S:T ratio |
| Desert Oasis Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Sierra Vista Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Liberty Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Tanaka Wayne N Es's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 4,559
- Students per teacher
- -
- Enrollment
- 3,352
- Students per teacher
- 23:1
- Resource Index
- 13/100
- Enrollment
- 3,300
- Students per teacher
- 27.3:1
- Resource Index
- 19/100
- Enrollment
- 3,255
- Students per teacher
- 27.1:1
- Resource Index
- 12/100
- Enrollment
- 3,203
- Students per teacher
- 23.9:1
- Resource Index
- 21/100
Similar other schools in Las Vegas
6 comparable other schools (grades Mixed) serving the same city.
Nv Learning Academy J-Shs
Standard public school
3,352 students 23:1 students per teacher
Mater Academy East
Standard public school
2,492 students 56.6:1 students per teacher
Doral Academy Red Rock
Standard public school
2,392 students 29.9:1 students per teacher
Somerset Academy Sky Pointe
Standard public school
2,172 students 22.2:1 students per teacher
Amplus Durango
Standard public school
1,761 students 41:1 students per teacher
Nevada Virtual Academy
Standard public school
1,625 students 25.8:1 students per teacher
Similar other schools statewide
Matched by enrollment size and by staffing ratio across all of Nevada, not just this city - a different peer set than the local comparisons above.
Similar enrollment (~728 students)
Similar student-teacher ratio (~15.5:1)
Next steps
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Frequently asked questions about Tanaka Wayne N Es
How many students attend Tanaka Wayne N Es?
Tanaka Wayne N Es has 728 students enrolled. It is a public school in Las Vegas, NV.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tanaka Wayne N Es?
The student-teacher ratio at Tanaka Wayne N Es is 15.5:1, which is 24% lower than the Nevada average of 20.5:1 and 1% lower than the national average of 15.7:1. Lower ratios generally mean more individual attention per student.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Tanaka Wayne N Es?
98.4% of students at Tanaka Wayne N Es are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Nevada average of 76.8%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of Tanaka Wayne N Es?
The largest demographic group at Tanaka Wayne N Es is Hispanic or Latino at 31.9% of enrollment, in Las Vegas, NV. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 78.5/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Tanaka Wayne N Es?
Tanaka Wayne N Es has a Resource Investment Index of 27/100 (lower reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, counselor availability, attendance rates. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does Tanaka Wayne N Es rank among schools in Las Vegas?
By Resource Investment Index, Tanaka Wayne N Es ranks #114 of 198 schools in Las Vegas, NV. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all schools in Las Vegas on the city page.
Is Tanaka Wayne N Es a good school?
Tanaka Wayne N Es earns 27/100 on the Resource Investment Index, even as it posts class sizes smaller than 73% of Nevada schools. It is also more racially and ethnically mixed than most Nevada schools. This is a resource snapshot, not an academic rating; see the Resource Investment Index question above for what the number does and doesn't measure.
What other schools are in Clark County School District?
Besides Tanaka Wayne N Es, Clark County School District also operates Adult Education Programs (4,559 students), Nv Learning Academy J-Shs (3,352 students), and Desert Oasis Hs (3,300 students). See the Clark County School District district page for the complete list.
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