Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sonoma Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonoma Heights Elementary School serves the southeast part of Winnemucca, NV, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 958.2 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 43 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sonoma Heights Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed
School Rankings
Sonoma Heights 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 Sonoma Heights Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#216 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
44%
26%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sonoma Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winnemucca Grammar School, Grass Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Heights Elementary School?
468 students attend Sonoma Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sonoma Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoma Heights Elementary School?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoma Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoma Heights Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School is part of Humboldt School District.
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