Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jerry Whitehead Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jerry Whitehead 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 Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#318 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
37%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
48%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerry Whitehead Elementary School's ranking?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is ranked #318 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary School?
230 students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jerry Whitehead Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jerry Whitehead Elementary School?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Jerry Whitehead Elementary School offer ?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jerry Whitehead Elementary School part of?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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