Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmcrest 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmcrest Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#472 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
47%
45%
Black
5%
12%
White
37%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Elmcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Elmcrest Elementary School is ranked #472 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Elmcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Elmcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Warner Elementary School, Mamie Towles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Elmcrest Elementary School?
277 students attend Elmcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Elmcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmcrest Elementary School?
Elmcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Elmcrest Elementary School offer ?
Elmcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmcrest Elementary School part of?
Elmcrest Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmcrest Elementary School located?
Elmcrest Elementary School is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.
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