Average
#325 of 691 schools in NV
Top 47% in state
Paradise Prof Dev ES
Elementary School · Clark County
900 Cottage Grove Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#325 of 691
In Las Vegas
#143 of 302
public schools
In district
#167 of 364
Clark County
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Paradise Prof Dev ES
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About Paradise Prof Dev ES
Paradise Prof Dev ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Paradise Prof Dev ES serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paradise Prof Dev ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Paradise Prof Dev ES show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Paradise Prof Dev 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.
70% of students at Paradise Prof Dev 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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Paradise Prof Dev ES — Students at Paradise Prof Dev 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Paradise Prof Dev ES Compares
See how Paradise Prof Dev 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
900 Cottage Grove Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paradise Prof Dev ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rowe Lewis E ES (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early Childhood ES (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NV Rise Academy Charter School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Petersen Dean ES Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Orr William E MS Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Thomas Ruby S ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Rowe Lewis E ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Ward Gene ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Stewart Helen J Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Dailey Jack ES Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST VIATOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST VIATOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake Robert E ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| NV Rise Academy Charter School Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Innovations Int'l Charter J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Valley HS Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Fremont John C Professional Dev MS Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| NV Learning Academy J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| NV Learning Academy ES Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Global Community HS Las Vegas | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Central Technical Training Academy Las Vegas | 2.7 mi | — |
| Early Childhood ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,472
Median Home Value
$301,000
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
50,585
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paradise Prof Dev ES
What grades does Paradise Prof Dev ES serve?
Paradise Prof Dev ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Paradise Prof Dev ES?
Paradise Prof Dev ES has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paradise Prof Dev ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Paradise Prof Dev ES is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paradise Prof Dev ES rank in NV?
Paradise Prof Dev ES ranks #325 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Paradise Prof Dev ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Paradise Prof Dev ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Paradise Prof Dev ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paradise Prof Dev ES has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Paradise Prof Dev ES a charter school?
No, Paradise Prof Dev ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paradise Prof Dev ES a Title I school?
No, Paradise Prof Dev ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paradise Prof Dev ES?
100.0% of students at Paradise Prof Dev 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
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (702) 799-5660
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #167 of 364
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