Huffaker Elementary School serves 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Huffaker Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huffaker Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Huffaker Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Huffaker Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#200 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
60%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffaker Elementary School's ranking?
Huffaker Elementary School is ranked #200 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Huffaker Elementary School?
347 students attend Huffaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Huffaker Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Huffaker Elementary School offer ?
Huffaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Huffaker Elementary School part of?
Huffaker Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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