Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kate Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Smith Elementary School's student population of 190 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kate Smith 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 Kate Smith Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#307 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
72%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
14%
27%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Smith Elementary School is ranked #307 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Kate Smith Elementary School?
190 students attend Kate Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kate Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kate Smith Elementary School?
Kate Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Kate Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kate Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kate Smith Elementary School part of?
Kate Smith Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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