JIM THORPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jim Thorpe Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Henderson, NV with about 515 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 32 teachers, Jim Thorpe Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Jim Thorpe Elementary School, located in Henderson, Nevada, is a public school serving students in the Clark County School District. Situated in a residential area of Henderson, the school is named in honor of the legendary multi-sport athlete Jim Thorpe. As part of one of the largest school districts in the United States, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, student development, and community engagement.

The school strives to foster an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its student population. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Jim Thorpe Elementary typically offers various resources and extracurricular activities designed to encourage social-emotional growth and academic success. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and parent-teacher partnership, the school works to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school while maintaining a strong connection to the local Henderson community.

For more information, contact Jim Thorpe Elementary School at (702) 799-0740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.