Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jessie Beck Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to 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: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessie Beck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jessie Beck Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Jessie Beck Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessie Beck Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#32 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
58%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Jessie Beck Elementary School's ranking?
Jessie Beck Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Jessie Beck Elementary School often compared to?
Jessie Beck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caughlin Ranch Elementary School, Mount Rose K-8 Academy Of Languages, Hunter Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jessie Beck Elementary School?
466 students attend Jessie Beck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jessie Beck Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jessie Beck Elementary School?
Jessie Beck Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Jessie Beck Elementary School offer ?
Jessie Beck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jessie Beck Elementary School part of?
Jessie Beck Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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