Alyce Taylor Elementary School

252 Egyptian Way
Sparks, NV 89441
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alyce Taylor Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 474 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 10% in NV
  • : 54% (Top 10%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Alyce Taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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School Overview

Alyce Taylor Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Alyce Taylor Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alyce Taylor Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NV)
#65 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
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54%
26%
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55%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
7%
1%
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Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
18%
44%
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Black
n/a
12%
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White
67%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
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Two or more races
7%
7%
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0.51
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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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 Alyce Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Alyce Taylor Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Alyce Taylor Elementary School often compared to?
Alyce Taylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Springs Elementary School, Pinecrest Of Northern Nevada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Alyce Taylor Elementary School?
474 students attend Alyce Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alyce Taylor Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Alyce Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Alyce Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alyce Taylor Elementary School part of?
Alyce Taylor Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 474 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 54% (Top 10%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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