William E. Snyder Elementary School

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

Neighborhood elementary school · Grades K–5 · Pre-K 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

William E. Snyder Elementary is a traditional CCSD neighborhood school in East Las Vegas. Students are assigned by attendance zone, while any out-of-zone access depends on current School Choice rules and campus capacity.

East Las Vegas on Colorado Avenue

Official starting points

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

About William E. Snyder Elementary

William E. Snyder Elementary is a neighborhood campus serving grades K–5. Pre-K is also offered through CCSD, with placement handled centrally by the district’s Early Childhood Department.

The school focuses on core elementary academics. Its materials use an “A Galaxy of Learners” theme and STAR expectations: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Respect.

Clubs, activities, specials, and elementary intramurals may vary. Confirm the current schedule and offerings with the school.

School leadership

Confirm with the school office

School leadership and staff assignments may change. Contact the office or check the live school site for the current principal and leadership team.

School details

Address: 4317 E. Colorado Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89104
Phone: (702) 799-3750
Official CCSD site: William E. Snyder Elementary school site(opens in a new tab)

CCSD zoned elementary school
Grades K–5, with Pre-K also offered through CCSD
Pre-K placement and availability must be confirmed through CCSD

How families get in

Admission is based on the student’s home address. Families should verify the exact address with the CCSD zoning lookup before enrolling or making a housing decision.

Use the CCSD zoning lookup to confirm that your address is assigned to William E. Snyder Elementary.
Register through standard CCSD enrollment for your zoned school.
Out-of-zone enrollment, if offered, follows current CCSD School 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 current availability and requirements with CCSD.

Zoning, capacity, and program availability can change. Transportation and out-of-zone placement are not guaranteed.

Who it tends to fit

A good match when

You live in the William E. Snyder attendance zone and want a neighborhood elementary school.
Your family prefers a local campus rather than commuting to a magnet hub.
You want to evaluate school culture, logistics, classroom feel, 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 be difficult for your family without first visiting.

William E. Snyder is not listed as a district elementary magnet. Confirm zoning, capacity, and current programs before deciding.

Students

The guide reports total enrollment of about 686 students and provides an approximate 2024–25 race and ethnicity snapshot from the National Center for Education Statistics. Exact group counts were not provided.

Diversity index

Not provided

The reported mix is approximately 73% Hispanic, 17% Black, 5% White, and 3% two or more races, with other groups representing smaller shares.

Gender: Not provided Confirm current student demographics through the Nevada Report Card.

Total enrollment was reported as about 686 students.

Academics

The school provides standard elementary academics, with additional supports and activities that may change from year to year.

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.
Staff listings have included a Read by Grade 3 literacy specialist, strategists, and interventionists.
Staff listings have included primary and intermediate autism programs and inclusion or resource classrooms; confirm current services.
History club, cheer, and a school musical have appeared on the school calendar, but activity names and availability may change.
Elementary athletics, intramurals, and spirit activities may be offered. These are not middle-school or NIAA varsity programs.

Awards and recognition

Location and daily life

The campus is at 4317 E. Colorado Ave. in East Las Vegas.

Families should expect typical elementary arrival and dismissal traffic.

Always re-check the attendance zone for a specific address before closing on a home.

Do not confuse this campus with Don and Dee Snyder Elementary School in the southwest valley.

Recent news, in context

The school site has posted information for 2026–27 Pre-K interest and sign-up.

Pre-K placement is managed centrally through CCSD’s Early Childhood Department.

Some programs, clubs, staff assignments, and schedules may change each year.

Compare before you commit

Crestwood Elementary SchoolA nearby 89104 zoned elementary school.
John S. Park Elementary SchoolA nearby 89104 zoned campus.
Walter V. Long Elementary SchoolA nearby 89104 zoned campus.
Walter Bracken STEAM AcademyA nearby full STEAM magnet to compare if you want a magnet lottery seat.

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 support is available when a student needs 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 your address with the CCSD zoning lookup.
2.Review the live school site for current calendars, programs, and deadlines.
3.Check the Nevada Report Card for official accountability information.
4.Tour the school if possible and ask about specials, culture, classroom support, and capacity.
5.Contact CCSD about the separate Pre-K interest and placement process.