Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvin Moss Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 55% 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: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Moss Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an area of approximately 33.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvin Moss Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvin Moss 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 Marvin Moss Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#183 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Marvin Moss Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Moss Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Marvin Moss Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Moss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Lake Elementary School, Double Diamond Elementary School, Hunter Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Marvin Moss Elementary School?
308 students attend Marvin Moss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Marvin Moss Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Moss Elementary School?
Marvin Moss Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marvin Moss Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Moss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin Moss Elementary School part of?
Marvin Moss Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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