Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Katherine Dunn 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 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Dunn Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Katherine Dunn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine Dunn Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#257 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
52%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
33%
29%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Dunn Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Katherine Dunn Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Dunn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School, Van Gorder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Katherine Dunn Elementary School?
480 students attend Katherine Dunn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Katherine Dunn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Katherine Dunn Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Katherine Dunn Elementary School part of?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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