Very Good
#263 of 691 schools in NV
Top 38% in state
Whitney ES
Elementary School · Clark County
5005 Keenan Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89122
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#263 of 691
In Las Vegas
#122 of 302
public schools
In district
#138 of 364
Clark County
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Whitney ES
Whitney ES is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Whitney ES serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Whitney ES show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Whitney 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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Whitney ES — Students at Whitney ES score 28% 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: 7.6/10.
How Whitney ES Compares
See how Whitney 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
5005 Keenan Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Treem Harriet ES (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mater Mountain Vista (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Explore Knowledge Academy ES (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey Sister Robert Joseph ES Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Cortney Francis H JHS Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Cunningham Cynthia ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sports Leadership and Management Academy Henderson | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Cowan Sunset Southeast HS Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cowan Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Ullom J M ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Thorpe Jim ES Henderson | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Treem Harriet ES Henderson | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Harmon Harley ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| White Thurman Academy of the Arts MS Henderson | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Ferron William E ES Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Southeast Career Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Silver Sands Montessori Henderson | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Explore Knowledge Academy ES Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Explore Knowledge Academy J-SHS Las Vegas | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Smith Hal ES Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| STRONG GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Mater Mountain Vista Las Vegas | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,357
Median Home Value
$285,600
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
53,075
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney ES
What grades does Whitney ES serve?
Whitney ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whitney ES?
Whitney ES has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney ES is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitney ES rank in NV?
Whitney ES ranks #263 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Whitney ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Whitney ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitney ES has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whitney ES a charter school?
No, Whitney ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitney ES a Title I school?
No, Whitney ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitney ES?
100.0% of students at Whitney 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
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.6%
- Phone
- (702) 799-7790
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #138 of 364
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