Excellent
#90 of 691 schools in NV
Top 13% in state
Snyder Don & Dee ES
Elementary School · Clark County
8951 W Ford Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89148
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#90 of 691
In Las Vegas
#39 of 302
public schools
In district
#45 of 364
Clark County
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Snyder Don & Dee ES
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About Snyder Don & Dee ES
Snyder Don & Dee ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Snyder Don & Dee ES serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Snyder Don & Dee ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Snyder Don & Dee ES show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Snyder Don & Dee 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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Snyder Don & Dee ES — Students at Snyder Don & Dee ES score 46% proficient, which is above 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 14 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: 9.3/10.
How Snyder Don & Dee ES Compares
See how Snyder Don & Dee 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
8951 W Ford Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Snyder Don & Dee ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thompson Tyrone ES (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Berkley Shelley ES (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jones Blackhurst Jan L ES (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wright William V ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Forbuss Robert L ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Thompson Tyrone ES Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Reedom Carolyn S ES Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Sierra Vista HS Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Doral Academy Cactus Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Tanaka Wayne N ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Faiss Wilbur & Theresa MS Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Gunderson Barry and June MS Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Berkley Shelley ES Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Southwest Career & Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Steele Judith D ES Las Vegas | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Nevada State High School Southwest Las Vegas | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Amplus Durango Las Vegas | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Fine Mark L ES Las Vegas | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Jones Blackhurst Jan L ES Las Vegas | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Doral Academy West Pebble Las Vegas | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Canarelli Lawrence & Heidi MS Las Vegas | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Rogers Lucille S ES Las Vegas | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,926
Median Home Value
$443,600
Median Rent
$1,920/mo
Population
64,013
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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| Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Horizon Henderson, NV | 8.4 |
| Somerset Academy Stephanie Henderson, NV | 8.4 |
| Tanaka Wayne N ES Las Vegas, NV | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Snyder Don & Dee ES
What grades does Snyder Don & Dee ES serve?
Snyder Don & Dee ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Snyder Don & Dee ES?
Snyder Don & Dee ES has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Snyder Don & Dee ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Snyder Don & Dee ES is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Snyder Don & Dee ES rank in NV?
Snyder Don & Dee ES ranks #90 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Snyder Don & Dee ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Snyder Don & Dee ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Snyder Don & Dee ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Snyder Don & Dee ES has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Snyder Don & Dee ES a charter school?
No, Snyder Don & Dee ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Snyder Don & Dee ES a Title I school?
No, Snyder Don & Dee ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Snyder Don & Dee ES?
100.0% of students at Snyder Don & Dee 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
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (702) 799-1360
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #45 of 364
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