Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virginia Palmer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virginia Palmer Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia Palmer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Palmer Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
30%
29%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Palmer Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Virginia Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Virginia Palmer Elementary School?
428 students attend Virginia Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Virginia Palmer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Virginia Palmer Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia Palmer Elementary School part of?
Virginia Palmer Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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