Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Agnes Risley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Agnes Risley Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Agnes Risley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agnes Risley Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#658 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
79%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
9%
29%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
2%
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 Agnes Risley Elementary School's ranking?
Agnes Risley Elementary School is ranked #658 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School?
397 students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Agnes Risley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Agnes Risley Elementary School offer ?
Agnes Risley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Agnes Risley Elementary School part of?
Agnes Risley Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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