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#414 of 691 schools in NV
Edwards Elbert ES
Elementary School · Clark County
4551 Diamond Head, Las Vegas, NV 89110
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#414 of 691
In Las Vegas
#180 of 302
public schools
In district
#215 of 364
Clark County
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Edwards Elbert ES
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About Edwards Elbert ES
Edwards Elbert ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Edwards Elbert ES serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Edwards Elbert ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Edwards Elbert ES show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Edwards Elbert 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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Edwards Elbert ES — Students at Edwards Elbert ES score 29% 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: 5.6/10.
How Edwards Elbert ES Compares
See how Edwards Elbert 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
4551 Diamond Head, Las Vegas, NV 89110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edwards Elbert ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heard Lomie G ES (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mater Bonanza (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Futuro Academy Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mater Bonanza Las Vegas | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Moore William K ES Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Robison Dell H MS Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Futuro Academy Elementary Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Equipo Academy Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Earl Ira J ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Mater Academy East Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Gragson Oran K ES Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Snyder William E ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Diaz Ruben P ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Desert Pines HS Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Stanford ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Morris Sunset HS Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Heard Lomie G ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Keller Charlotte & Jerry ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cortez Manuel J ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Rundle Richard ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Lynch Ann ES Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Monaco Mario C & JoAnne MS Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-SHS Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,858
Median Home Value
$304,300
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
67,259
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
34.1
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| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & TYKES PRESCHOOL Las Vegas, NV | 6.0 |
| Dailey Jack ES Las Vegas, NV | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edwards Elbert ES
What grades does Edwards Elbert ES serve?
Edwards Elbert ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edwards Elbert ES?
Edwards Elbert ES has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edwards Elbert ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Edwards Elbert ES is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edwards Elbert ES rank in NV?
Edwards Elbert ES ranks #414 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Edwards Elbert ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Edwards Elbert ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Edwards Elbert ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edwards Elbert ES has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Edwards Elbert ES a charter school?
No, Edwards Elbert ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edwards Elbert ES a Title I school?
No, Edwards Elbert ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edwards Elbert ES?
100.0% of students at Edwards Elbert 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
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (702) 799-7320
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #215 of 364
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