Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rollan Melton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 34% 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: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rollan D. Melton Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rollan Melton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rollan Melton Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rollan Melton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rollan Melton Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#32 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-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 Rollan Melton Elementary School's ranking?
Rollan Melton Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Rollan Melton Elementary School often compared to?
Rollan Melton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Westergard Elementary School, Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Rollan Melton Elementary School?
477 students attend Rollan Melton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rollan Melton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rollan Melton Elementary School?
Rollan Melton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rollan Melton Elementary School offer ?
Rollan Melton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rollan Melton Elementary School part of?
Rollan Melton Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rollan Melton Elementary School located?
Rollan Melton Elementary School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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