Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Al Seeliger Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Al Seeliger Elementary School serves the southern part of Carson City, NV, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Al Seeliger Elementary School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Pursuing Excellence Together
School Rankings
Al Seeliger Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Al Seeliger Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#149 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Al Seeliger Elementary School's ranking?
Al Seeliger Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Al Seeliger Elementary School often compared to?
Al Seeliger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School, Bordewich/bray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Al Seeliger Elementary School?
527 students attend Al Seeliger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Al Seeliger Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Al Seeliger Elementary School?
Al Seeliger Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Al Seeliger Elementary School offer ?
Al Seeliger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Al Seeliger Elementary School part of?
Al Seeliger Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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