Elementary Schools in Centennial Hills Las Vegas

Centennial Hills is home to nine public elementary schools serving more than 7,700 students, with math and reading proficiency scores that consistently outpace Nevada state averages. For families with young children, the variety of elementary options in this northwest Las Vegas community is one of its strongest selling points.

How Do Centennial Hills Elementary Schools Perform?

Elementary schools in the Centennial Hills area post a math proficiency rate of 33 percent compared to the statewide average of 30 percent, and a reading proficiency rate of 52 percent compared to the 43 percent state average. While those numbers may seem modest at first glance, they place Centennial Hills above most Las Vegas neighborhoods and reflect the strong educational culture in this part of the valley.

The top ranked public elementary schools in the area include Coral Academy Centennial Hills and Somerset Academy Sky Pointe, both charter schools that consistently earn some of the highest ratings in all of Nevada. Among traditional public elementary schools, Thompson Sandra L Elementary School stands out as a well regarded option for families zoned within its boundaries.

James H. Bilbray Elementary School

James H. Bilbray Elementary is located at 9370 Brent Lane and serves students in grades K through 5. The school holds a GreatSchools rating of 5 out of 10, placing it near the middle of CCSD elementary schools. Bilbray Elementary provides a standard CCSD curriculum with support services and is a neighborhood school that many Centennial Hills families rely on for their children's foundational education.

Centennial Hills Elementary School

Centennial Hills Elementary serves the core of the community and provides education for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. As a neighborhood school within CCSD, it benefits from the area's engaged parent community and access to district resources. The school offers a welcoming environment for young learners and remains a popular choice for families living in the central portions of Centennial Hills.

Edmundo Escobedo Sr. Elementary School

Edmundo Escobedo Sr. Elementary is another CCSD school serving the Centennial Hills area for grades K through 5. The school contributes to the network of neighborhood elementary options that keep commute times short for young students and their families. Like other area schools, Escobedo Elementary participates in district wide programs and initiatives aimed at raising student achievement.

Charter Elementary Options

For families seeking alternatives to zoned public schools, charter elementary programs in Centennial Hills are among the best in the state. Coral Academy Centennial Hills earns a perfect 10 out of 10 GreatSchools rating with math proficiency at 63 percent and reading at 74 percent, both well above state and district averages. The school serves 691 students in grades K through 8 and emphasizes math, science, and technology education.

Somerset Academy Sky Pointe also earns a 10 out of 10 rating and serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. With 2,152 students enrolled, Somerset is one of the largest charter schools in Nevada and posts math proficiency of nearly 62 percent, placing it in the top 10 percent of all Nevada schools.

Ryan Rose's Advice for Families

Ryan Rose recommends that families moving to Centennial Hills research both their zoned school and the charter lottery options. Because charter schools operate on a lottery admission system, it helps to apply early and to have a strong zoned school as a backup. The good news is that even the traditional public elementary schools in Centennial Hills benefit from an involved community and above average performance compared to much of CCSD.

Want to find a home near the best elementary schools in Centennial Hills? Contact Ryan Rose to search by school zone and find the right fit for your family.

Related School Guides

- Centennial Hills Schools Guide - Coral Academy Centennial Hills - Somerset Academy Sky Pointe - Charter Schools in Centennial Hills - Centennial Hills Families Guide

Source: Public School Review

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