Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Drake 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 75-79% (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 21:1 is higher than 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: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Drake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Florence Drake Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Drake 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 Florence Drake Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#30 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
52%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
34%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Drake Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Drake Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Florence Drake Elementary School?
247 students attend Florence Drake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Florence Drake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Drake Elementary School?
Florence Drake Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Florence Drake Elementary School offer ?
Florence Drake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Drake Elementary School part of?
Florence Drake Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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