Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sun Valley 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 13% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 512 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sun Valley Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Valley Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#630 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
80%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
15%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Valley Elementary School is ranked #630 out of 692 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sun Valley Elementary School?
512 students attend Sun Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sun Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Sun Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sun Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sun Valley Elementary School part of?
Sun Valley Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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