Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donner Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donner Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Donner Springs Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Donner Springs 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 Donner Springs Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#450 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
46%
45%
Black
5%
12%
White
34%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donner Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Donner Springs Elementary School is ranked #450 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Donner Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Donner Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Valley Elementary School, Edwin S. Dodson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Donner Springs Elementary School?
470 students attend Donner Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Donner Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donner Springs Elementary School?
Donner Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Donner Springs Elementary School offer ?
Donner Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donner Springs Elementary School part of?
Donner Springs Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Donner Springs Elementary School located?
Donner Springs Elementary School is located in the Mira Loma neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 1 other public schools located in Mira Loma.
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