RICHARD C. PRIEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Richard C. Priest Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in North Las Vegas, NV with about 737 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 48 teachers, Richard C. Priest Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Richard C. Priest Elementary School, located in North Las Vegas, Nevada, is a public school serving students in grades PK–5 as part of the Clark County School District. The school is named in honor of Richard C. Priest, a long-time educator and administrator who made significant contributions to the local school system. The campus is designed to provide a foundational learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills, literacy, and numeracy, while fostering a supportive atmosphere for a diverse student population.

Beyond its standard curriculum, the school focuses on building a strong sense of community through various extracurricular activities and family engagement initiatives. As part of the larger Clark County School District, the school utilizes district-wide standards and resources to prepare students for the transition to middle school. Located in the 89032 zip code, the school serves as a neighborhood hub for families in the North Las Vegas area, striving to balance academic rigor with social-emotional development to help young learners succeed.

For more information, contact Richard C. Priest Elementary School at (702) 799-6200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.