Below Average
#566 of 691 schools in NV
Ward Gene ES
Elementary School · Clark County
1555 E Hacienda Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#566 of 691
In Las Vegas
#245 of 302
public schools
In district
#299 of 364
Clark County
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Ward Gene ES
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About Ward Gene ES
Ward Gene ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Ward Gene ES serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ward Gene ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #566 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Ward Gene ES show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Ward Gene 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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Ward Gene ES — Students at Ward Gene ES score 20% 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: 4.4/10.
How Ward Gene ES Compares
See how Ward Gene 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
1555 E Hacienda Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ward Gene ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rowe Lewis E ES (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Charter School Sandhill (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Early Childhood ES (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dailey Jack ES Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Cannon Helen C JHS Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Rowe Lewis E ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST VIATOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST VIATOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Paradise Prof Dev ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Del Sol Academy of Performing Arts HS Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| French Doris ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Stewart Helen J Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Orr William E MS Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Petersen Dean ES Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| NV Learning Academy J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| NV Learning Academy ES Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Ruby S ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| NV Rise Academy Charter School Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MONTESSORI VISIONS ACADEMY Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SUNSET MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | — |
| Early Childhood ES Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery Charter School Sandhill Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
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
Similar Schools
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| Jeffers Jay W ES Las Vegas, NV | 4.7 |
| Long Walter V ES Las Vegas, NV | 4.7 |
| STEAD ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 4.7 |
| Sewell C T ES Henderson, NV | 4.7 |
| Duncan Ruby ES N. Las Vegas, NV | 4.8 |
| Hayden Don E ES N. Las Vegas, NV | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ward Gene ES
What grades does Ward Gene ES serve?
Ward Gene ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ward Gene ES?
Ward Gene ES has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ward Gene ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Ward Gene ES is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ward Gene ES rank in NV?
Ward Gene ES ranks #566 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Ward Gene ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Ward Gene ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Ward Gene ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ward Gene ES has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ward Gene ES a charter school?
No, Ward Gene ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ward Gene ES a Title I school?
No, Ward Gene ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ward Gene ES?
100.0% of students at Ward Gene 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
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (702) 799-5650
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #299 of 364
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