Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NV School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-1
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Challenger School - Los Prados ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-1
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
- Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Barbara Baker, Founder -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Challenger School - Los Prados?
Challenger School - Los Prados famous alumni include: Barbara Baker, Founder.
Does Challenger School - Los Prados offer a summer program?
Yes, Challenger School - Los Prados offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Challenger School - Los Prados's ranking?
Challenger School - Los Prados ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Los Prados?
The application deadline for Challenger School - Los Prados is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Challenger School - Los Prados located?
Challenger School - Los Prados is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 4 other private schools located in Rancho.
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The nearest high school to Challenger School - Los Prados is Lone Mountain Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Candil Hall Early Childhood Education (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lone Mountain Learning Center (1.1 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Grades: NS-PK | 66 students 1.5 miles 4316 N Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89130
(702) 656-6600
Las Vegas, NV 89130
(702) 656-6600
1.5
NS-PK
66
Grades: NS-8 | 808 students 8.4 miles 3275 Red Rock St.
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 362-1180
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 362-1180
8.4
NS-8
808
School Reviews
5 10/6/2021
Best school in Las Vegas. Positive environment. Very kind & polite Headmaster & teachers.
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