Serving 363 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Agnes Risley Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Agnes Risley Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#597 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
86%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnes Risley Elementary School's ranking?
Agnes Risley Elementary School is ranked #597 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School?
363 students attend Agnes Risley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Agnes Risley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agnes Risley Elementary School?
Agnes Risley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Agnes Risley Elementary School offer ?
Agnes Risley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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