Neil C. Twitchell Elementary School

A Henderson neighborhood elementary school serving grades K–5, with Pre-K also offered through CCSD.

Zoned neighborhood elementary school · Grades K–5 · Pre-K placement handled through CCSD

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

Twitchell is a traditional CCSD zoned elementary school in Henderson. It offers core elementary academics, clubs and activities, while Pre-K placement is managed separately through CCSD.

Henderson campus on Desert Shadow Trail

Official starting points

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

About Twitchell Elementary

Twitchell is a neighborhood CCSD elementary school serving grades K–5. Pre-K is also offered through CCSD, but placement is handled centrally and availability should be confirmed each year.

School life centers on literacy, math, science and social studies. PE, art, music and library or media are common CCSD elementary offerings, but families should confirm the current schedule.

The school uses Timberwolves school spirit and publishes a Timberwolf Times newsletter. Clubs, Accelerated Reader, elementary activities and intramurals may be available depending on the year.

School leadership

Confirm with the school office

Leadership and staff assignments may change. Contact the school for the current principal and administrative team.

School details

Address: 2060 Desert Shadow Trail, Henderson, NV 89012
Phone: (702) 799-6860
Official CCSD site: Visit the school website(opens in a new tab)

CCSD zoned elementary school
Grades K–5, with Pre-K also offered through CCSD
Programs, staffing and capacity may change

How families get in

Twitchell is assigned by home address rather than through a magnet application.

Check the exact home address through the CCSD zoning lookup.
Register through standard CCSD enrollment if Twitchell is the assigned school.
Out-of-zone access, if offered, follows current CCSD Choice rules and depends on campus capacity.
Pre-K families complete the CCSD Pre-K interest process rather than registering through kindergarten enrollment.

Pre-K placement

CCSD’s Early Childhood Department places Pre-K students.
A seat at the zoned school may be offered when one is available.
Confirm whether general-education Pre-K seats are available at Twitchell this year.

Zoning, capacity and program availability can change. Recheck the address and current rules before making a decision.

Who it tends to fit

A good match when

You live in the Twitchell attendance zone or plan to move there.
You want a neighborhood elementary school rather than a commute to a magnet campus.
You plan to evaluate classroom culture, logistics, clubs and activities during a visit.

Think twice when

Your address is outside the zone and you are relying on open enrollment.
You specifically want a district STEM, IB, arts or STEAM magnet pathway.
A busy or large-elementary environment would not suit your family without first visiting.

Twitchell is not listed as a district elementary magnet. Out-of-zone access is not assured and depends on current Choice rules and capacity.

Students

The NCES 2024–25 snapshot reports total enrollment of about 551 students. Counts and shares can shift from year to year.

Diversity index

Not provided in the guide

The reported mix was about 39% White, 26% Hispanic, 14% two or more races, 11% Asian and 9% Black, with other groups representing smaller shares.

Gender: Not provided in the guide Confirm current enrollment details through official school data.

Total enrollment was about 551 students in the NCES 2024–25 snapshot.
The guide does not provide race or ethnicity student counts.
Use Nevada Report Card for official Nevada accountability data.

Academics

Twitchell follows a standard elementary academic model rather than a district magnet theme.

Core subjects include literacy, math, science and social studies.
PE, art, music and library or media are common elementary patterns, but the current schedule should be confirmed.
The school site includes an Accelerated Reader page.
Staff listings reference GATE, intermediate autism, KIDS and early-childhood classrooms; confirm current services and eligibility.
Clubs and elementary athletics, intramurals or spirit activities may be offered depending on the year.

Awards and recognition

Location and daily life

The campus is at 2060 Desert Shadow Trail in Henderson.

Families should expect typical elementary arrival and dismissal traffic.

John C. Vanderburg Elementary is also on Desert Shadow Trail, but it is a separate school with a separate attendance zone.

Check zoning for the exact address before enrolling or choosing a home.

Recent news, in context

The school publishes a Timberwolf Times newsletter.

Older Standard Student Attire guidance remains posted on the school site. Confirm whether it is still in effect for 2026–27.

Clubs and annual activities may change. Ask which options are currently running.

Compare before you commit

John C. Vanderburg Elementary SchoolA neighboring Henderson zoned elementary school with a separate attendance zone.
Hannah Marie Brown Elementary SchoolA nearby zoned elementary campus in the 89012 area.
Glen C. Taylor Elementary SchoolAnother nearby Henderson zoned elementary school.
Gordon McCaw STEAM AcademyA Henderson STEAM magnet to compare if your family wants a magnet lottery pathway.

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.Which clubs and elementary activities are currently active, and when do they meet?
4.What support is available for students who need help catching up in reading or math?
5.If our home is near a boundary, how often do zoning reviews affect addresses in this area?

What to do next

1.Confirm the exact home address through the CCSD zoning lookup.
2.Review the school website for current calendars, programs and announcements.
3.Check Nevada Report Card for official school accountability information.
4.Tour the campus if possible and ask about specials, culture, Pre-K availability and capacity.