Doris French Elementary School

A zoned SE Las Vegas elementary school with a state-recognized STEM identity.

Grades K–5 · Developing STEM School · Not a district magnet school

Grades: K–5
How to get in: Zoned by home address
School day: Confirm with the school office

Doris French is a traditional CCSD zoned elementary school serving grades K–5. Nevada’s current Governor’s STEM School list classifies it as a Developing STEM School, but it is not a district magnet school.

SE Las Vegas on Hacienda Avenue

Official starting points

School Choice:(702) 799-5000 schoolchoice@nv.ccsd.net

About Doris French Elementary

French offers core elementary academics in literacy, math, science, and social studies, with STEM-flavored learning experiences. Families should ask how that focus appears in current classrooms.

The school has a campus-wide STEM identity, but it is not currently listed as a CCSD district magnet school. Elementary clubs, activities, and intramural or elementary athletics may be offered.

School leadership

Confirm with the school office

School staff and leadership may change. Contact the school for the current principal and administrative team.

School details

Address: 3235 E. Hacienda Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89120
Phone: (702) 799-7730
Official CCSD site: Doris French Elementary website(opens in a new tab)

Grades K–5
Traditional CCSD zoned elementary school
Developing STEM School
School hours and transportation details should be confirmed with the school.

How families get in

French is a zoned neighborhood school rather than a district magnet lottery school.

Use the CCSD zoning lookup for the exact home address.
Families in the attendance zone register through standard CCSD enrollment.
Out-of-zone access, if offered, follows current School Choice rules and depends on campus capacity.

Confirm before enrolling

School-wide STEM branding does not create a district magnet seat.
Zoning, capacity, and Choice rules can change.

Transportation and out-of-zone placement are not guaranteed. Confirm current rules with CCSD and the school.

Who it tends to fit

A good match when

You live in the French attendance zone and want a neighborhood elementary school with a STEM identity.
Your child is interested in science, technology, engineering, or math without needing a separate magnet application.
You prefer a local zoned school over commuting to a magnet campus.

Think twice when

Your address is outside the zone and you are relying on open enrollment.
You specifically want a district magnet seat with a specialized application pathway.
A busy or large-elementary environment would be a concern; visit to understand the current campus experience.

Fit depends on current staffing, programs, capacity, zoning, and your child’s needs. Confirm the live picture with the school.

Students

NCES reported total enrollment of about 459 students for its 2024–25 snapshot. Enrollment and demographic counts can shift.

Diversity index

Not provided

The NCES snapshot reported an approximate mix of 60% Hispanic, 14% White, 13% Black, 8% two or more races, 4% Asian, and 2% Pacific Islander. Exact student counts were not provided.

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

Total enrollment was about 459 students in the NCES 2024–25 snapshot.

Academics

French combines core K–5 academics with a school-wide STEM identity. Current classroom practices and enrichment offerings should be confirmed on a visit.

Core instruction includes literacy, math, science, and social studies.
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are part of the campus identity.
Ask how STEM learning differs between grades K–2 and grades 3–5.
Ask which specials, clubs, activities, and academic supports are currently available.

Awards and recognition

Governor-designated Developing STEM School
Nevada’s current Governor’s STEM School list classifies Doris French as a Developing STEM School. The school website may use the older phrase “Governor’s Model STEM School.”

Location and daily life

The campus is at 3235 E. Hacienda Ave. in SE Las Vegas.

Expect typical elementary arrival and dismissal traffic.

Recheck zoning for a specific address before making a housing decision.

Compare before you commit

Roberta C. Cartwright Elementary SchoolA nearby SE Las Vegas zoned elementary school.
William E. Ferron Elementary SchoolAn East or SE Las Vegas zoned campus.
John C. Bass Elementary SchoolA zoned elementary option in the southeast valley.
Walter Bracken STEAM AcademyA district STEAM magnet to compare if you specifically want a magnet lottery seat.

Questions to ask on a tour

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

What to do next

1.Confirm your home address through the CCSD zoning lookup.
2.Review the school website for current schedules, programs, and announcements.
3.Check the Nevada Report Card for official school data.
4.Tour the campus if possible and ask about culture, specials, staffing, and capacity.