Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ted Hunsberger Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ted Hunsberger Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 70.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ted Hunsberger 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
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Ted Hunsberger 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 Ted Hunsberger Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#7 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
77%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ted Hunsberger Elementary School's ranking?
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Ted Hunsberger Elementary School often compared to?
Ted Hunsberger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School, Caughlin Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Ted Hunsberger Elementary School?
566 students attend Ted Hunsberger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ted Hunsberger Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ted Hunsberger Elementary School?
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ted Hunsberger Elementary School offer ?
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ted Hunsberger Elementary School part of?
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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