Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Drake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 66% 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: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Drake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Florence Drake Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Drake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Drake 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
#51 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
55%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
34%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Drake Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Drake Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Florence Drake Elementary School?
222 students attend Florence Drake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Florence Drake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Drake Elementary School?
Florence Drake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Florence Drake Elementary School offer ?
Florence Drake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Drake Elementary School part of?
Florence Drake Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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