Double Diamond Elementary School

1200 South Meadows Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Double Diamond 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 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30% in NV
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Double Diamond Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, By Name and Face, to Graduation

School Rankings

Double Diamond 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 Double Diamond Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NV)
#202 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
45%
30%
46%
44%
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
45%
Black
4%
12%
White
44%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Double Diamond Elementary School's ranking?
Double Diamond Elementary School is ranked #202 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Double Diamond Elementary School?
496 students attend Double Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Double Diamond Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Double Diamond Elementary School?
Double Diamond Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Double Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Double Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Double Diamond Elementary School part of?
Double Diamond Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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