Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bud Beasley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bud Beasley Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bud Beasley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bud Beasley Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Bud Beasley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bud Beasley 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
#84 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
29%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bud Beasley Elementary School's ranking?
Bud Beasley Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bud Beasley Elementary School often compared to?
Bud Beasley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bud Beasley Elementary School?
571 students attend Bud Beasley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bud Beasley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bud Beasley Elementary School?
Bud Beasley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bud Beasley Elementary School offer ?
Bud Beasley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bud Beasley Elementary School part of?
Bud Beasley Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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