Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Libby Booth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Libby C Booth Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Libby Booth Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Learning is expected; it is not optional.
School Rankings
Libby Booth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Libby Booth Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#350 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
53%
46%
Black
7%
12%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libby Booth Elementary School's ranking?
Libby Booth Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Libby Booth Elementary School often compared to?
Libby Booth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Rose K-8 Academy Of Languages, Donner Springs Elementary School, Lemmon Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Libby Booth Elementary School?
321 students attend Libby Booth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Libby Booth Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Libby Booth Elementary School?
Libby Booth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Libby Booth Elementary School offer ?
Libby Booth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Libby Booth Elementary School part of?
Libby Booth Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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