Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Lake 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 29% (which is lower 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 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Lake Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 181.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 21.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Silver Lake 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 Silver Lake Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#290 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
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)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Silver Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School is ranked #290 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Silver Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Moss Elementary School, Stead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Silver Lake Elementary School?
491 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Silver Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School?
Silver Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Elementary School offer ?
Silver Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Elementary School part of?
Silver Lake Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Lake Elementary School located?
Silver Lake Elementary School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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