Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alice Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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-6
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alice Smith Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alice Smith 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 Alice Smith Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#362 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
56%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
29%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Alice Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Alice Smith Elementary School is ranked #362 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Alice Smith Elementary School?
501 students attend Alice Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alice Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Smith Elementary School?
Alice Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Alice Smith Elementary School offer ?
Alice Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Alice Smith Elementary School part of?
Alice Smith Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Smith Elementary School located?
Alice Smith Elementary School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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