Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sarah Winnemucca 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 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sarah Winnemucca 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 Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#254 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
35%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
41%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School's ranking?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School often compared to?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Westergard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School?
491 students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offer ?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School part of?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School located?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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