Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse Hall Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jesse Hall Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 1.3 miles from its edges and the furthest point being 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jesse Hall Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jesse Hall Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Hall Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#162 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Hall Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Jesse Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Jesse Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bud Beasley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jesse Hall Elementary School?
480 students attend Jesse Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jesse Hall Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse Hall Elementary School?
Jesse Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jesse Hall Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesse Hall Elementary School part of?
Jesse Hall Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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