Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desert Heights 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 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Heights Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Heights Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Desert Heights 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 Desert Heights Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#472 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
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White
27%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2008–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Heights Elementary School is ranked #472 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Desert Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lemmon Valley Elementary School, Libby Booth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Desert Heights Elementary School?
474 students attend Desert Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Desert Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Heights Elementary School?
Desert Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Heights Elementary School offer ?
Desert Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Heights Elementary School part of?
Desert Heights Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Heights Elementary School located?
Desert Heights Elementary School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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