Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Marvin Picollo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Picollo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marvin Picollo Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Marvin Picollo School – where we strengthen our students’ abilities by providing an individualized standards-based functional academic experience, leading to independence, self-determination, and a fulfilled quality of life!
School Rankings
Marvin Picollo 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 Marvin Picollo Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#557 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
41%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
46%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Marvin Picollo Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Picollo Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Marvin Picollo Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Picollo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miley Achievement Center Elementary School, Miller John F by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marvin Picollo Elementary School?
The graduation rate of Marvin Picollo Elementary School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Marvin Picollo Elementary School?
87 students attend Marvin Picollo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marvin Picollo Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Picollo Elementary School?
Marvin Picollo Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Marvin Picollo Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Picollo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin Picollo Elementary School part of?
Marvin Picollo Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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