Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenn Duncan STEM Academy serves the southern part of Reno, NV, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy's student population of 348 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy 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 Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy is 0.47, 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
#630 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy's ranking?
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy is ranked #630 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy?
348 students attend Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy?
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy offer ?
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy part of?
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy located?
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy is located in the Northeast Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northeast Reno.
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