For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,039 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89131, NV Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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