Below Average
#594 of 691 schools in NV
Bell Rex ES
Elementary School · Clark County
2900 Wilmington Way, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#594 of 691
In Las Vegas
#258 of 302
public schools
In district
#313 of 364
Clark County
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Bell Rex ES
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About Bell Rex ES
Bell Rex ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Bell Rex ES serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bell Rex ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #594 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Bell Rex ES show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Bell Rex ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bell Rex ES — Students at Bell Rex ES score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Bell Rex ES Compares
See how Bell Rex ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2900 Wilmington Way, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bell Rex ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASRI ACADEMY FOR GIFTED CHILDREN (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vegas Verdes ES (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roundy Dr C Owen ES (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAPPY DAYS MONTESORI ACADEMY Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | — |
| Clark Ed W HS Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Vegas Verdes ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST CHARLESTON ENRICHMENT ACADEMY Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wasden Howard ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| DESERT TORAH ACADEMY Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| DESERT TORAH ACADEMY OHEL MENACHEM Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Sage Collegiate Public Charter School Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Hyde Park MS Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Cashman James MS Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| TRINITY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Griffith E W ES Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Roundy Dr C Owen ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hancock Doris ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Wynn Elaine ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Burk Horizon-Southwest Sunset HS Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| South Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| NASRI ACADEMY FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ANDERSON ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS AN SCIENCE Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | — |
| Innovations Int'l Charter J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,518
Median Home Value
$363,200
Median Rent
$1,206/mo
Population
37,540
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
30.6%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
36.2
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| Bendorf Patricia A ES Las Vegas, NV | 4.5 |
| ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno, NV | 4.5 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Henderson, NV | 4.5 |
| Beckley Will ES Las Vegas, NV | 4.4 |
| DONNER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 4.4 |
| J G Johnson Elementary School Pahrump, NV | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bell Rex ES
What grades does Bell Rex ES serve?
Bell Rex ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bell Rex ES?
Bell Rex ES has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bell Rex ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Bell Rex ES is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bell Rex ES rank in NV?
Bell Rex ES ranks #594 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Bell Rex ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Bell Rex ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bell Rex ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bell Rex ES has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bell Rex ES a charter school?
No, Bell Rex ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bell Rex ES a Title I school?
No, Bell Rex ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bell Rex ES?
100.0% of students at Bell Rex ES qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.8%
- Phone
- (702) 799-5910
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #313 of 364
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