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Desert Heights Elementary

13948 Mount Bismark Street, Reno, NV 89506, United States
+1 (775) 677-5444
http://www.washoeschools.net/desertheights
2.5
Overall Rating

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Desert Heights Elementary Overview

About This School

Desert Heights Elementary is a public elementary in Reno, Nevada, serving 474 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 21% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 26 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,681. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 58% male and 42% female. The demographic breakdown includes 52% Hispanic, 27% White, 6% Two or More Races, 3% Asian, and 3% Black students.

474
Total Students
K-5
18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
26 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts29%
Mathematics21%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Washoe County
Students per Counselor
474:1

Desert Heights Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

29%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 42%
21%
Mathematics
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 30%
N/A
Science

Class Information

18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 21:1
State Avg: 27.7:1
474
Students per Counselor

Desert Heights Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
26

Average Teacher Salary

$54,681
City Avg: $54,557
State Avg: $67,306

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Students per Counselor474:1

Desert Heights Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

58.44%
Male
41.56%
Female
Total Enrollment: 474 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White27%
Hispanic51.69%
Asian2.95%
Black3.16%
Two or More Races6.33%
Native American0.63%

Desert Heights Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Heights Elementary

Q: What is Desert Heights Elementary?

A: Desert Heights Elementary is a elementary public located in Reno.

Q: How many students attend Desert Heights Elementary?

A: Desert Heights Elementary has approximately 474 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Heights Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Desert Heights Elementary is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Desert Heights Elementary

Desert Heights Elementary is a public elementary in Reno, Nevada, serving 474 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 21% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 26 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,681. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 58% male and 42% female. The demographic breakdown includes 52% Hispanic, 27% White, 6% Two or More Races, 3% Asian, and 3% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Desert Heights Elementary - Reno, NV

Quick Facts about Desert Heights Elementary
School NameDesert Heights Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location13948 Mount Bismark Street, Reno, NV 89506, Reno, NV
CountyWashoe County
Phone+1 (775) 677-5444
Total Students474
Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Full-Time Teachers26
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency29%
Math Proficiency21%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Heights Elementary

What is Desert Heights Elementary?

Desert Heights Elementary is a elementary public located in Reno.

How many students attend Desert Heights Elementary?

Desert Heights Elementary has approximately 474 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Heights Elementary is 18:1.

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