HELEN JYDSTRUP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Helen Jydstrup 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 653 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 35 teachers, Helen Jydstrup 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.

Helen Jydstrup Elementary School is a public school located in the Spring Valley area of Las Vegas, Nevada, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Clark County School District, the school is named in honor of Helen Jydstrup, a long-time educator and community advocate who dedicated much of her life to the betterment of local students. The campus provides a traditional academic curriculum designed to build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by promoting character development and community involvement. It serves as a central hub for families in the Duneville Street neighborhood, often hosting school-wide initiatives and extracurricular opportunities that encourage parent and community engagement. With its focus on personalized instruction and a commitment to student achievement, Helen Jydstrup Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Helen Jydstrup Elementary School at (702) 799-8140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.