Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate Smith 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kate M Smith Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Smith Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Smith 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 Kate Smith Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#307 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
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
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
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)
6%
3%
Showing 2003–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Grizzlies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Smith Elementary School is ranked #307 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Kate Smith Elementary School?
186 students attend Kate Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kate Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kate Smith Elementary School?
Kate Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kate Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kate Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kate Smith Elementary School part of?
Kate Smith Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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