Elmcrest Elementary School

855 Mcdonald Dr
Reno, NV 89503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmcrest 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50% in NV
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Elmcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Elmcrest Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
277 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#427 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Elmcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25-29%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Elmcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
20-29%
26%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Elmcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
19:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
3%
6%
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Hispanic
47%
45%
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Black
5%
12%
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White
37%
27%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Elmcrest Elementary School and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Two or more races
5%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Nevada.
0.64
This chart displays the diversity score of Elmcrest Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Elmcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elmcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Elmcrest Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Elmcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Elmcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Warner Elementary School, Mamie Towles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Elmcrest Elementary School?
277 students attend Elmcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Elmcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmcrest Elementary School?
Elmcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Elmcrest Elementary School offer ?
Elmcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmcrest Elementary School part of?
Elmcrest Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmcrest Elementary School located?
Elmcrest Elementary School is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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