Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School

1349 Backer Wy
Reno, NV 89523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 50% in NV
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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School Rankings

Sarah Winnemucca 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 Sarah Winnemucca 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#313 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
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28%
26%
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36%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
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16:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
7%
5%
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Hispanic
36%
44%
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Black
4%
12%
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White
44%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
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Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
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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 #313 out of 684 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, Rollan Melton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School?
493 students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offer ?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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