Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stead 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% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stead Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Stead 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 Stead Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#541 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
54%
45%
Black
4%
12%
White
24%
27%
Hawaiian
5%
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
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stead Elementary School's ranking?
Stead Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Stead Elementary School often compared to?
Stead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Stead Elementary School?
674 students attend Stead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Stead Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stead Elementary School?
Stead Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Stead Elementary School offer ?
Stead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stead Elementary School part of?
Stead Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stead Elementary School located?
Stead Elementary School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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