Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Agnes Risley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agnes Risley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Agnes Risley Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Agnes Risley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agnes Risley Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
81%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
7%
28%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnes Risley Elementary School's ranking?
Agnes Risley Elementary School is ranked #615 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School?
354 students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Agnes Risley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Agnes Risley Elementary School?
Agnes Risley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Agnes Risley Elementary School offer ?
Agnes Risley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Agnes Risley Elementary School part of?
Agnes Risley Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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