Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bracken Walter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bracken Walter Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Through innovative, STEAM focused experiences, Bracken investigators will: Think creatively, Think critically, Have a growth mindset, Be innovative leaders, Solve problems, Respect and value diversity.
School Rankings
Bracken Walter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bracken Walter Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bracken Walter Elementary School's ranking?
Bracken Walter Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bracken Walter Elementary School often compared to?
Bracken Walter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Sandy Searles Elementary School, Hoggard Mabel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bracken Walter Elementary School?
482 students attend Bracken Walter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bracken Walter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bracken Walter Elementary School?
Bracken Walter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bracken Walter Elementary School offer ?
Bracken Walter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bracken Walter Elementary School part of?
Bracken Walter Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bracken Walter Elementary School located?
Bracken Walter Elementary School is located in the College Park neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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