Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvin Moss Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Moss Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marvin Moss Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marvin Moss Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Moss Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#160 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
33%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
47%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Moss Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Moss Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Marvin Moss Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Moss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Diamond Elementary School, Hunter Lake Elementary School, Silver Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Marvin Moss Elementary School?
320 students attend Marvin Moss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marvin Moss Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin Moss Elementary School?
Marvin Moss Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Marvin Moss Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Moss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Moss Elementary School part of?
Marvin Moss Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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