Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Westergard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Westergard 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
George Westergard Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
George Westergard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Westergard Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
58%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
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 George Westergard Elementary School's ranking?
George Westergard Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are George Westergard Elementary School often compared to?
George Westergard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School, Rollan Melton Elementary School, Verdi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend George Westergard Elementary School?
459 students attend George Westergard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of George Westergard Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Westergard Elementary School?
George Westergard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does George Westergard Elementary School offer ?
George Westergard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Westergard Elementary School part of?
George Westergard Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is George Westergard Elementary School located?
George Westergard Elementary School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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