D. L. “Dusty” Dickens Elementary School

What this school is

Dickens serves grades K–5 as a traditional CCSD neighborhood elementary school. School materials identify it as a Governor Designated STEM School.

Core subjects include literacy, math, science and social studies, with STEM-flavored learning experiences. Families should ask how the STEM identity appears in current classrooms.

The school is not currently listed as a CCSD district magnet school. Clubs, activities and intramural or elementary athletics may be available when offered.

How families get in

Dickens is a zoned school rather than a district magnet lottery school. Families should verify their exact home address through the CCSD zoning lookup and complete standard CCSD enrollment.

• Admission for in-zone families is based on the home address.
• Check the exact street address with the CCSD zoning lookup.
• Out-of-zone access, if offered, follows current School Choice rules.
• An out-of-zone place is not guaranteed and depends on campus capacity.

Zoning, School Choice rules and capacity can change. Confirm current requirements on official CCSD pages.

Who it tends to fit

Visit the campus and ask about current enrollment, capacity, culture and how STEM learning appears across grade levels.

Students

The NCES 2024–25 snapshot reported total enrollment of about 775 students. Enrollment and group counts can shift from year to year.

Gender: Not provided Confirm current student demographics through official school data.

• Hispanic students were approximately 45% of enrollment.
• Black students were approximately 32% of enrollment.
• White students were approximately 10% of enrollment.
• Students identifying with two or more races were approximately 7% of enrollment.
• Pacific Islander students were approximately 3% of enrollment.
• Asian students were approximately 2% of enrollment.
• Other groups had smaller shares.

Academics

Dickens provides core elementary academics within a school-wide STEM identity. Families should confirm current classroom practices, specials and support services during a visit.

• Core subjects include literacy, math, science and social studies.
• School materials describe STEM-flavored learning experiences.
• Academic support for reading or math should be confirmed with the school.
• Clubs, activities and elementary athletics may be offered, but current availability can change.

Awards and recognition

• Governor Designated STEM School

  This designation appears as part of the school’s campus identity. Ask how it shapes instruction in grades K–2 and 3–5.

Location and daily life

The campus is at 5550 Milan Peak St. in North Las Vegas.

Families should expect typical elementary arrival and dismissal traffic.

Always recheck the attendance zone for a specific address before making a housing decision.

Compare before you commit

• Steve and Linda Cozine Elementary SchoolA nearby North Las Vegas zoned elementary school.
• Lee Antonello Elementary SchoolA zoned North Las Vegas campus near Tropical Parkway.
• Ruby Duncan Elementary SchoolAnother North Las Vegas zoned option.
• Walter Bracken STEAM AcademyA district STEAM magnet to compare if you specifically want a magnet lottery seat.

Questions to ask on a tour

1. 1.What does the Governor STEM designation look like during a typical week in grades K–2 and 3–5?
2. 2.Which specials and enrichment options typically have space for incoming students?
3. 3.How are clubs and elementary activities scheduled around the school day?
4. 4.What support is available when a student needs help in reading or math?
5. 5.If a home is near a boundary, how often do zoning reviews affect Dickens addresses?

What to do next

1. 1.Confirm your exact address through the CCSD zoning lookup.
2. 2.Review current information on the school website.
3. 3.Check the Nevada Report Card for official accountability data.
4. 4.Tour the school if possible and ask about specials, culture, enrollment and capacity.