Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#591 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
67%
45%
Black
9%
12%
White
14%
27%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davidson Academy, Coral Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School?
258 students attend Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School offer ?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School part of?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School located?
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy 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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