Carl Kay ES vs May Ernest ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nevada, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Kay ES
Las Vegas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
630 students
May Ernest ES
Las Vegas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
| Measure | Carl Kay ES Las Vegas, Nevada | May Ernest ES Las Vegas, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 408 | #133 of 408 |
| National rank | #38250 of 50,301 | #29539 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 630 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 53% |
| city | Las Vegas | Las Vegas |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •May Ernest ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 30.4).
- •May Ernest ES does better on math proficiency (53% vs 38%).
- •May Ernest ES does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Carl Kay ES does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.6).
- •Carl Kay ES is the larger school with 630 students compared with 580.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carl Kay ES better than May Ernest ES?
On the Success Index (US), May Ernest ES ranks higher (43.6 vs 30.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Carl Kay ES and May Ernest ES?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Las Vegas and Las Vegas in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Kay ES: 630. May Ernest ES: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Kay ES and May Ernest ES rank in Nevada?
Carl Kay ES is 215th of 408 and May Ernest ES is 133rd of 408 among elementary schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).