Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Prep Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Prep Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
West Prep Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prep Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
75%
45%
Black
19%
12%
White
3%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prep Elementary School's ranking?
West Prep Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are West Prep Elementary School often compared to?
West Prep Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonanza High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend West Prep Elementary School?
361 students attend West Prep Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Prep Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Prep Elementary School?
West Prep Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does West Prep Elementary School offer ?
West Prep Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Prep Elementary School part of?
West Prep Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Prep Elementary School located?
West Prep Elementary School is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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