Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sarah Winnemucca 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 Sarah Winnemucca 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
#255 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
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 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School's ranking?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School often compared to?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Westergard Elementary School, Rollan Melton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School?
496 students attend Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offer ?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School part of?
Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School located?
Sarah Winnemucca 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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