Nancy Gomes Elementary School
Nancy Gomes Elementary School serves 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
Nancy Gomes Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 70% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nancy Gomes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Nancy Gomes Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nancy Gomes Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Nancy Gomes Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#275 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
62%
30%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
71%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nancy Gomes Elementary School's ranking?
Nancy Gomes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for: Most improved public schools (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Nancy Gomes Elementary School?
564 students attend Nancy Gomes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Nancy Gomes Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nancy Gomes Elementary School?
Nancy Gomes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Nancy Gomes Elementary School offer ?
Nancy Gomes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Nancy Gomes Elementary School part of?
Nancy Gomes Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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