Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lena Juniper Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lena Juniper Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Child, By Name and Face to Graduation'
School Rankings
Lena Juniper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lena Juniper Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#223 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
50%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
40%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lena Juniper Elementary School's ranking?
Lena Juniper Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Lena Juniper Elementary School?
375 students attend Lena Juniper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lena Juniper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lena Juniper Elementary School?
Lena Juniper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Lena Juniper Elementary School offer ?
Lena Juniper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lena Juniper Elementary School part of?
Lena Juniper Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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