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George Westergard Elementary School

1785 Ambassador Drive
Reno, NV 89523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Westergard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 459 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10% in NV
  • : 59% (Top 10%)
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George Westergard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute

School Overview

George Westergard Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

George Westergard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Westergard Elementary School is 0.59, 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)
#60 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
59%
30%
64%
44%
25-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
58%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is George Westergard Elementary School's ranking?
George Westergard Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are George Westergard Elementary School often compared to?
George Westergard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School, Rollan Melton Elementary School, Verdi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend George Westergard Elementary School?
459 students attend George Westergard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of George Westergard Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Westergard Elementary School?
George Westergard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does George Westergard Elementary School offer ?
George Westergard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Westergard Elementary School part of?
George Westergard Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is George Westergard Elementary School located?
George Westergard Elementary School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 459 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 59% (Top 10%)
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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