WALTER BRACKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Walter Bracken 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 510 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 30 teachers, Walter Bracken Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Walter Bracken Elementary School, located in the historic area of East Las Vegas, serves as a prominent magnet school within the Clark County School District. The school is widely recognized for its specialized STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) focus, which integrates hands-on learning experiences and creative problem-solving into the core curriculum. By emphasizing inquiry-based instruction, the school aims to foster critical thinking skills while preparing students for the academic demands of middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic rigor, Walter Bracken is known for cultivating a strong sense of community and school pride. The school actively encourages parental involvement and hosts various events that bridge the gap between the classroom and the neighborhood. With a commitment to a well-rounded education, the institution provides students with a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities, striving to create an inclusive and supportive environment that addresses the individual needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Walter Bracken Elementary School at (702) 799-7095 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.