Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michael Inskeep Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael Inskeep Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael Inskeep 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 Michael Inskeep Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#249 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
62%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Michael Inskeep Elementary School's ranking?
Michael Inskeep Elementary School is ranked #249 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Michael Inskeep Elementary School?
490 students attend Michael Inskeep Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Michael Inskeep Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael Inskeep Elementary School?
Michael Inskeep Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Michael Inskeep Elementary School offer ?
Michael Inskeep Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Michael Inskeep Elementary School part of?
Michael Inskeep Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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