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#438 of 691 schools in NV
Dearing Laura ES
Elementary School · Clark County
3046 S Ferndale, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#438 of 691
In Las Vegas
#189 of 302
public schools
In district
#227 of 364
Clark County
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Dearing Laura ES
Dearing Laura ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Dearing Laura ES serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dearing Laura ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Dearing Laura ES show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dearing Laura ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at Dearing Laura 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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Dearing Laura ES — Students at Dearing Laura ES score 18% 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: 7.4/10.
How Dearing Laura ES Compares
See how Dearing Laura 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
3046 S Ferndale, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dearing Laura ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mater Mountain Vista (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early Childhood ES (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ferron William E ES (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mack Jerome MS Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Mater Mountain Vista Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Harris George E ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Chaparral HS Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Smith Hal ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Long Walter V ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Snyder William E ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Beckley Will ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Ferron William E ES Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Wengert Cyril ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Miller John F Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Young Women's Leadership Academy of Las Vegas Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Early Childhood ES Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Woodbury C W MS Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Ullom J M ES Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Cunningham Cynthia ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Moore William K ES Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Adult Education Programs Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| NV Learning Academy J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| NV Learning Academy ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,667
Median Home Value
$288,400
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
67,090
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dearing Laura ES
What grades does Dearing Laura ES serve?
Dearing Laura ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dearing Laura ES?
Dearing Laura ES has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dearing Laura ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Dearing Laura ES is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dearing Laura ES rank in NV?
Dearing Laura ES ranks #438 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Dearing Laura ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Dearing Laura ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Dearing Laura ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dearing Laura ES has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dearing Laura ES a charter school?
No, Dearing Laura ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dearing Laura ES a Title I school?
No, Dearing Laura ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dearing Laura ES?
100.0% of students at Dearing Laura 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
- 750
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.5%
- Phone
- (702) 799-7710
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #227 of 364
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