James B. McMillan Elementary School

A zoned West Las Vegas elementary school serving grades K–5, with Pre-K also offered through CCSD.

Neighborhood CCSD elementary school · Grades K–5 · Pre-K also offered through CCSD

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

McMillan is a traditional CCSD neighborhood elementary school with core academics, grade-level activities, and clubs when offered. Admission is based on the home address, while any out-of-zone access depends on current Choice rules and campus capacity.

West Las Vegas on Walt Lott Drive

Official starting points

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

About McMillan Elementary

James B. McMillan Elementary School is a neighborhood CCSD campus serving grades K–5. Pre-K is also offered through CCSD, but families should confirm current seat availability.

The school focuses on standard elementary subjects, including literacy, math, science and social studies. Clubs, activities, intramurals and spirit activities may be available.

McMillan is not listed as a district STEM, IB, arts or STEAM magnet campus. Families seeking a themed magnet program should review the CCSD magnet catalog.

School leadership

Confirm with the school office

The guide does not identify the current principal. School staffing can change, so confirm current leadership with the school office.

School details

Address: 7000 Walt Lott Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89128
Phone: (702) 799-4350
Official CCSD site: School website(opens in a new tab)

Grades K–5
Pre-K also offered through CCSD; confirm current availability
Zoned neighborhood elementary school

How families get in

McMillan is a zoned CCSD elementary school. Assignment is based on the student's home address.

Check the exact home address with the CCSD zoning lookup.
Register through standard CCSD enrollment for the assigned zoned school.
Out-of-zone enrollment, if offered, follows current district Choice rules and depends on campus capacity.
McMillan is not listed among district elementary magnet schools.

Before enrolling

Confirm the attendance zone for your exact address.
Ask the school about Pre-K eligibility and current seat availability.
Do not assume an out-of-zone seat will be available.

Zoning, capacity and program offerings can change. Confirm current rules with CCSD and the school.

Who it tends to fit

A good match when

Families who live in the McMillan attendance zone and want a neighborhood elementary school.
Students who prefer staying local rather than commuting to a magnet campus.
Families prioritizing school culture, logistics and classroom feel before comparing clubs and activities.

Think twice when

Families outside the zone who are relying on open enrollment.
Families specifically seeking a district STEM, IB, arts or STEAM magnet pathway.
Families concerned about large-elementary energy or crowding without first visiting the campus.

Fit depends on the individual student and current campus conditions. Visit when possible and confirm zoning, capacity and available activities.

Students

The guide reports total enrollment of about 460 students using an NCES 2024–25 snapshot. Enrollment and demographic counts can shift.

Diversity index

Not provided in the guide.

The reported mix is approximately 45% Hispanic, 32% Black, 10% White, 7% two or more races, 4% Asian and 2% Pacific Islander. Exact group counts were not provided.

Gender: Not provided in the guide. Confirm current enrollment data through the Nevada Report Card or the school.

Total enrollment is about 460 students.
The enrollment figure comes from an NCES 2024–25 snapshot and may change.

Academics

McMillan offers standard elementary academics and may offer grade-level enrichment, clubs and activities.

Core subjects include literacy, math, science and social studies.
PE, art, music and library or media are common CCSD elementary patterns, but families should confirm the current schedule.
Elementary clubs and activities may be offered.
Elementary athletics, intramurals and spirit activities may be available.
Activities are elementary-level offerings, not middle-school NIAA varsity programs.

Awards and recognition

Location and daily life

The campus is at 7000 Walt Lott Dr. in West Las Vegas.

Families should expect typical elementary arrival and dismissal traffic.

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

Compare before you commit

Edythe and Lloyd Katz Elementary SchoolA nearby west Las Vegas zoned elementary school in the Walt Lott and Rock Springs area.
William Lummis Elementary SchoolA zoned elementary campus in West Summerlin.
Mabel Hoggard Math and Science Magnet SchoolA full math and science magnet option for families seeking a magnet lottery seat.
Sheila Tarr Academy of International StudiesA full IB magnet alternative.

Questions to ask on a tour

1.What does a typical day look like for a new Pre-K or kindergarten student compared with an upper-elementary student?
2.Which specials, including PE, art, music and library or media, are offered this year?
3.How are clubs and elementary activities scheduled around the school day?
4.What academic support is available for students who need help in reading or math?
5.If an address is near a boundary, how often do zoning reviews affect the area?
6.What is the current availability for Pre-K?

What to do next

1.Confirm the home address with the CCSD zoning lookup.
2.Review the live school website for current calendars, programs and deadlines.
3.Check the Nevada Report Card for official school accountability data.
4.Tour the campus if possible and ask about specials, culture, traffic and capacity.