Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kate Smith 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Smith Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kate Smith 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 Kate Smith Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#329 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
71%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
12%
29%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Smith Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 684 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Kate Smith Elementary School?
219 students attend Kate Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Kate Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Kate Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kate Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kate Smith Elementary School part of?
Kate Smith Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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