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Jerry Whitehead Elementary

3570 Waterfall Dr, Sparks, NV 89434, United States
+1 (775) 626-5200
http://www.washoeschools.net/whitehead
3.5
Overall Rating

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Jerry Whitehead Elementary Overview

About This School

Jerry Whitehead Elementary is a public elementary in Sparks, Nevada, serving 234 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 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 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 45% White, 38% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, 3% Asian, and 3% Black students.

234
Total Students
K-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
16 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Washoe County
Students per Counselor
234:1

Jerry Whitehead Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 41%State Avg: 42%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 30%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 17.9:1
State Avg: 27.7:1
234
Students per Counselor

Jerry Whitehead Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
16

Average Teacher Salary

$54,681
City Avg: $53,523
State Avg: $67,306

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor234:1

Jerry Whitehead Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

54.27%
Male
45.73%
Female
Total Enrollment: 234 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White44.87%
Hispanic38.03%
Asian3.42%
Black2.56%
Two or More Races8.55%
Native American0.85%

Jerry Whitehead Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Jerry Whitehead Elementary

Q: What is Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

A: Jerry Whitehead Elementary is a elementary public located in Sparks.

Q: How many students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

A: Jerry Whitehead Elementary has approximately 234 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Jerry Whitehead Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Jerry Whitehead Elementary

Jerry Whitehead Elementary is a public elementary in Sparks, Nevada, serving 234 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 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 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 45% White, 38% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, 3% Asian, and 3% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Jerry Whitehead Elementary - Sparks, NV

Quick Facts about Jerry Whitehead Elementary
School NameJerry Whitehead Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location3570 Waterfall Dr, Sparks, NV 89434, Sparks, NV
CountyWashoe County
Phone+1 (775) 626-5200
Total Students234
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers16
Rating3.5/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Jerry Whitehead Elementary

What is Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

Jerry Whitehead Elementary is a elementary public located in Sparks.

How many students attend Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

Jerry Whitehead Elementary has approximately 234 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jerry Whitehead Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jerry Whitehead Elementary is 13:1.

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