Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Al Seeliger Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Al Seeliger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Al Seeliger Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Al Seeliger Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Al Seeliger Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#105 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
55%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Al Seeliger Elementary School's ranking?
Al Seeliger Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Al Seeliger Elementary School often compared to?
Al Seeliger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School, Bordewich/bray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Al Seeliger Elementary School?
526 students attend Al Seeliger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Al Seeliger Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Al Seeliger Elementary School?
Al Seeliger Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Al Seeliger Elementary School offer ?
Al Seeliger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Al Seeliger Elementary School part of?
Al Seeliger Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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