Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Verdi Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Verdi Elementary School serves the southern part of Verdi, NV, covering an area of approximately 69.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verdi 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
Verdi Elementary School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Verdi Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verdi Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#42 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2021. 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 Verdi Elementary School's ranking?
Verdi Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Verdi Elementary School often compared to?
Verdi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Westergard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Verdi Elementary School?
256 students attend Verdi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Verdi Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verdi Elementary School?
Verdi Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verdi Elementary School offer ?
Verdi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verdi Elementary School part of?
Verdi Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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