For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,056 students in 89131, NV.
The top ranked public preschools in 89131, NV are Ward Kitty Mcdonough Elementary School, Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School and Rhodes Betsy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 89131 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nevada public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 89131, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschool average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89131, NV Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ward Kitty Mcdonough Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5555 Horse Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-4501
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-4501
Grades: PK-5
| 692 students
Rank: #22.
Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5150 Whispering Sands Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-6690
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-6690
Grades: PK-5
| 755 students
Rank: #33.
Rhodes Betsy Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7350 Tealwood St
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-3450
Las Vegas, NV 89131
(702) 799-3450
Grades: PK-5
| 609 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 89131, NV?
The top ranked public preschools in 89131, NV include Ward Kitty Mcdonough Elementary School, Heckethorn Howard E Elementary School and Rhodes Betsy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 89131?
3 public preschools are located in 89131.
What is the racial composition of students in 89131?
89131 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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