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Very Good

#262 of 691 schools in NV

Top 38% in state

Bracken Walter ES

Elementary School · Clark County

1200 N 27th St, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#262 of 691

In Las Vegas

#121 of 302

public schools

In district

#137 of 364

Clark County

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bracken Walter ES

7.0/10

Elementary School in Las Vegas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cambeiro Arturo ES

7.0/10

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6.3/10

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About Bracken Walter ES

Bracken Walter ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Bracken Walter ES serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Bracken Walter ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Bracken Walter ES show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • NV avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.6% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg+17 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected+24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Bracken Walter ES — Students at Bracken Walter ES score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
52.6%
ELA
65.8%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Bracken Walter ES Compares

See how Bracken Walter ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in NV
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1200 N 27th St, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bracken Walter ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambeiro Arturo ES (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Williams Tom ES (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby N. Las Vegas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ronnow C C ES (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Cambeiro Arturo ES Las Vegas 0.4 mi 7.0
Lunt Robert ES Las Vegas 0.4 mi 6.3
Battle Born Academy Las Vegas 0.5 mi 4.4
Rancho HS Las Vegas 0.6 mi 4.9
Smith J D MS N. Las Vegas 0.7 mi 4.9
Williams Tom ES N. Las Vegas 0.8 mi 6.5
Ronnow C C ES Las Vegas 0.6 mi 6.5
Hewetson Halle ES Las Vegas 0.8 mi 3.6
Squires C P ES N. Las Vegas 0.8 mi 5.4
ST CHRISTOPHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Las Vegas 0.9 mi 6.2
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-SHS Las Vegas 1.0 mi 5.2
Clark County Detention Ctr J-SHS Las Vegas 1.0 mi 4.2
Quest Program Las Vegas 1.0 mi
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Vegas 1.0 mi
Variety J-SHS Las Vegas 1.2 mi 4.6
Variety ES Las Vegas 1.2 mi
Sunrise Acres ES Las Vegas 1.3 mi 6.5
Morris Sunset HS Las Vegas 1.1 mi 4.1
Desert Pines HS Las Vegas 1.1 mi 3.0
Martin Roy W MS Las Vegas 1.4 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,653

Median Home Value

$258,100

Median Rent

$1,008/mo

Population

44,199

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

19.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cambeiro Arturo ES Las Vegas, NV 7.0
Eisenberg Dorothy ES Las Vegas, NV 7.0
Grass Valley Elementary Winnemucca, NV 7.0
Kim Frank ES Las Vegas, NV 7.0
LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY Sparks, NV 7.0
Manse Elementary School Pahrump, NV 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bracken Walter ES

What grades does Bracken Walter ES serve?

Bracken Walter ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bracken Walter ES?

Bracken Walter ES has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bracken Walter ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Bracken Walter ES is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bracken Walter ES rank in NV?

Bracken Walter ES ranks #262 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Bracken Walter ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Bracken Walter ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Bracken Walter ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bracken Walter ES has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bracken Walter ES a charter school?

No, Bracken Walter ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bracken Walter ES a Title I school?

No, Bracken Walter ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bracken Walter ES?

100.0% of students at Bracken Walter 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
309,394
Schools in District
383
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,569
District Rank
#137 of 364

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