Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Double Diamond Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Double Diamond Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Double Diamond Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Double Diamond Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#243 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
43%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Double Diamond Elementary School's ranking?
Double Diamond Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Double Diamond Elementary School?
523 students attend Double Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Double Diamond Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Double Diamond Elementary School?
Double Diamond Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Double Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Double Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Double Diamond Elementary School part of?
Double Diamond Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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