Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Huffaker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huffaker Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Huffaker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huffaker Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
54%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washoe County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffaker Elementary School's ranking?
Huffaker Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Huffaker Elementary School often compared to?
Huffaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donner Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Huffaker Elementary School?
377 students attend Huffaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Huffaker Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huffaker Elementary School?
Huffaker Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huffaker Elementary School offer ?
Huffaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huffaker Elementary School part of?
Huffaker Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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