Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donner Springs 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 67% 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: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donner Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Donner Springs Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Donner Springs 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 Donner Springs Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#520 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
47%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
33%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donner Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Donner Springs Elementary School is ranked #520 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Donner Springs Elementary School?
448 students attend Donner Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Donner Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donner Springs Elementary School?
Donner Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Donner Springs Elementary School offer ?
Donner Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Donner Springs Elementary School part of?
Donner Springs Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Donner Springs Elementary School located?
Donner Springs Elementary School is located in the Mira Loma neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 1 other public schools located in Mira Loma.
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