Mamie Towles Elementary School

2800 Kings Row
Reno, NV 89503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mamie Towles Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 305 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20% in NV
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Mamie Towles Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mamie Towles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Mamie Towles Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Mamie Towles Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mamie Towles Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#78 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
30%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

70-74%
44%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

40-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
32%
46%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
53%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
8%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
47%
0.61

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
81%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Mamie Towles Elementary School's ranking?
Mamie Towles Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Mamie Towles Elementary School often compared to?
Mamie Towles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Warner Elementary School, Elmcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mamie Towles Elementary School?
305 students attend Mamie Towles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mamie Towles Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mamie Towles Elementary School?
Mamie Towles Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mamie Towles Elementary School offer ?
Mamie Towles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mamie Towles Elementary School part of?
Mamie Towles Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mamie Towles Elementary School located?
Mamie Towles Elementary School is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Mamie Towles Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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