Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jerry Whitehead Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jerry Whitehead Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with distances to the school averaging about 0.8 miles from the zone's edge and extending up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#285 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
6%
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Hispanic
38%
46%
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Black
3%
12%
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White
45%
26%
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Hawaiian
2%
1%
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Two or more races
8%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
81%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerry Whitehead Elementary School's ranking?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is ranked #285 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary School?
234 students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jerry Whitehead Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerry Whitehead Elementary School?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jerry Whitehead Elementary School offer ?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerry Whitehead Elementary School part of?
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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