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Very Good

#15 of 77 private schools in NV

Top 18% of private schools

Alexander Dawson School

Elementary School

10845 W DESERT INN RD, Las Vegas, NV 89135

Private

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nevada private schools

#15 of 77

In Las Vegas

#7 of 38

public schools

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Alexander Dawson School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Las Vegas · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Goolsby Judy & John L ES

9.1/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Ober D'vorre & Hal ES

5.1/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Alexander Dawson School

Alexander Dawson School is a private elementary school in Las Vegas, NV. Alexander Dawson School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander Dawson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 77 private schools in NV.

How it compares0.6 pts above NV schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Alexander Dawson School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Alexander Dawson School compares to 265 public schools serving similar grades in Las Vegas, NV

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
This School
vs
23.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
490
This School
vs
678
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.2% vs 0%
Asian 12.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.4% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
Alexander Dawson School Las Vegas Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Alexander Dawson School (this school) 7.4
Goolsby Judy & John L ES 9.1
Ober D'Vorre & Hal ES 5.1
Hayes Keith C & Karen W ES 8.3
Doral Academy Saddle 8.6
Abston Sandra B ES 8.9
Christensen M J ES 6.9
Piggott Academy ES 9.0
Bendorf Patricia A ES 4.5
Fertitta Victoria MS 7.4
Givens Linda Rankin ES 9.0
Lawrence Clifford J JHS 5.1
Batterman Kathy L ES 8.6
Rogich Sig MS 7.9
Bryan Roger M ES 7.4
Derfelt Herbert A ES 5.8
Doral Academy Red Rock 7.4
Bonner John W ES 9.0
Rogers Lucille S ES 7.1
Vassiliadis Billy & Rosemary ES 9.4
Jacobson Walter ES 6.6

Showing 20 of 265 schools. View all schools in Las Vegas

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NV.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 490
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NV

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 62.2%
Two or More 13.9%
Asian 12.4%
Hispanic 8.4%
Black 2.9%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10845 W DESERT INN RD, Las Vegas, NV 89135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alexander Dawson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goolsby Judy & John L ES (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Piggott Academy ES (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Givens Linda Rankin ES (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Goolsby Judy & John L ES Las Vegas 0.3 mi 9.1
Ober D'Vorre & Hal ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 5.1
FAITH LUTHERAN ACADEMY Las Vegas 1.0 mi 5.7
Hayes Keith C & Karen W ES Las Vegas 1.6 mi 8.3
FAITH LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas 2.1 mi 4.7
Abston Sandra B ES Las Vegas 2.0 mi 8.9
Doral Academy Saddle Las Vegas 1.8 mi 8.6
LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES LAS VEGAS Las Vegas 2.3 mi
Piggott Academy ES Las Vegas 2.3 mi 9.0
Christensen M J ES Las Vegas 2.2 mi 6.9
West Career & Technical Academy HS Las Vegas 2.5 mi 7.7
Bendorf Patricia A ES Las Vegas 2.3 mi 4.5
Givens Linda Rankin ES Las Vegas 2.8 mi 9.0
Fertitta Victoria MS Las Vegas 2.8 mi 7.4
Palo Verde HS Las Vegas 3.0 mi 6.2
WATER OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas 2.9 mi
BISHOP GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas 3.3 mi 4.0
Batterman Kathy L ES Las Vegas 3.3 mi 8.6
Rogich Sig MS Las Vegas 3.4 mi 7.9
SPRINGSTONE LAKES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Las Vegas 2.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,362

Median Home Value

$657,300

Median Rent

$2,400/mo

Population

31,432

College Educated

50.3%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

47

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Bryan Roger M ES Las Vegas, NV 7.4
Diaz Ruben P ES Las Vegas, NV 7.4
Futuro Academy Elementary Las Vegas, NV 7.4
NV Rise Academy Charter School Las Vegas, NV 7.4
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Las Vegas, NV 7.4
Adcock O K ES Las Vegas, NV 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alexander Dawson School

What grades does Alexander Dawson School serve?

Alexander Dawson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Alexander Dawson School?

Alexander Dawson School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Dawson School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alexander Dawson School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Alexander Dawson School rank in NV?

Alexander Dawson School ranks #15 of 77 private schools in NV.

What is Alexander Dawson School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alexander Dawson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Alexander Dawson School a private school?

Yes, Alexander Dawson School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Alexander Dawson School a religious school?

No, Alexander Dawson School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
490
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clark County

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