OLLIE DETWILER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ollie Detwiler 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 777 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 40 teachers, Ollie Detwiler Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Ollie Detwiler Elementary School, located on Ferrell Street in Las Vegas, is a public school serving the local West Las Vegas community. As part of the Clark County School District (CCSD), the school focuses on providing foundational education to students in grades Pre-K through 5. It is situated in a historically significant neighborhood, operating as a key community resource that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for success in middle school.

The school environment at Detwiler is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, often emphasizing inclusive learning practices and community engagement. Like many schools in the CCSD system, Detwiler benefits from district-wide initiatives aimed at improving literacy and mathematics proficiency. By fostering a supportive climate for both students and families, the school strives to bridge educational gaps and provide a stable, learning-centered atmosphere for children in the 89106 zip code area.

For more information, contact Ollie Detwiler Elementary School at (702) 799-1830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.