Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mamie Towles 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 70-74% (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 49% 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: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mamie Towles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mamie Towles Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mamie Towles 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 Mamie Towles 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
#35 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
33%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
51%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mamie Towles Elementary School's ranking?
Mamie Towles Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mamie Towles Elementary School often compared to?
Mamie Towles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Warner Elementary School, Elmcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mamie Towles Elementary School?
322 students attend Mamie Towles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mamie Towles Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mamie Towles Elementary School?
Mamie Towles Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Mamie Towles Elementary School offer ?
Mamie Towles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mamie Towles Elementary School part of?
Mamie Towles Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mamie Towles Elementary School located?
Mamie Towles 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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