Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 59% 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: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School's student population of 532 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong Alone...Unstoppable Together
School Rankings
Miguel Sepulveda 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 Miguel Sepulveda 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
#235 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School's ranking?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School often compared to?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bud Beasley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School?
532 students attend Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School offer ?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School part of?
Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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