HARVEY N DONDERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harvey N Dondero Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 765 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Harvey N Dondero Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Harvey N. Dondero Elementary School, located in the Spring Valley area of Las Vegas, serves as a neighborhood hub for elementary education within the Clark County School District. The school is named in honor of Harvey N. Dondero, a longtime educator and administrator who played a significant role in the development of the district. The campus is designed to provide a foundational learning environment for students in grades Pre-K through 5, focusing on academic growth, literacy, and social development to prepare children for their middle school transition.

As part of a diverse urban school district, Dondero Elementary emphasizes a supportive community culture that encourages parent involvement and student engagement. The school typically offers a standard curriculum aligned with state academic standards, often supplemented by various programs aimed at fostering student well-being and enrichment. By prioritizing a structured and inclusive atmosphere, the school seeks to address the unique needs of its student population, ensuring that learners from various backgrounds receive the foundational tools necessary for future educational success.

For more information, contact Harvey N Dondero Elementary School at (702) 799-5940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.