Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miguel Sepulveda 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 42% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miguel Sepulveda 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 Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#224 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
45%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School's ranking?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School often compared to?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bud Beasley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School?
561 students attend Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School offer ?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School part of?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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