Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Drake 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 67% 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: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Drake Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Drake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Drake Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Drake 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 Florence Drake Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#30 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
51%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Drake Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Drake Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Florence Drake Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Drake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Bohach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Florence Drake Elementary School?
254 students attend Florence Drake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Florence Drake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Drake Elementary School?
Florence Drake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence Drake Elementary School offer ?
Florence Drake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Drake Elementary School part of?
Florence Drake Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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