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Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School

2001 Soaring Eagle Dr
Reno, NV 89512
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 284 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 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in NV
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Students by Grade
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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 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#591 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
11-19%
26%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
18:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
4%
6%
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Hispanic
61%
44%
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Black
7%
12%
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White
20%
28%
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Hawaiian
2%
2%
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Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Nevada.
0.58
This chart displays the diversity score of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nevada by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
284 students attend Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
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
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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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