Serving 389 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Preparatory Academy at Charles I West Hall Elementary serves an extensive attendance zone in Las Vegas, NV, covering the entire school district and encompassing approximately 8,060.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 87.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Prep Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Success, Nothing Less!
School Rankings
West Prep Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prep Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#428 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 West Prep Elementary School's ranking?
West Prep Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 684 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
389 students attend West Prep Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Prep Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Prep Elementary School?
West Prep Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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