Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Caughlin Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Caughlin Ranch Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caughlin Ranch 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
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caughlin Ranch Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#8 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Caughlin Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Caughlin Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Caughlin Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy Gomm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Caughlin Ranch Elementary School?
466 students attend Caughlin Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Caughlin Ranch Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caughlin Ranch Elementary School?
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caughlin Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caughlin Ranch Elementary School part of?
Caughlin Ranch Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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