Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Katherine Dunn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Dunn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Katherine Dunn Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Katherine Dunn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine Dunn Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#308 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
56%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
31%
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
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
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 Katherine Dunn Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Katherine Dunn Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Dunn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School, Van Gorder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Katherine Dunn Elementary School?
462 students attend Katherine Dunn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Katherine Dunn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Dunn Elementary School?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Katherine Dunn Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Katherine Dunn Elementary School part of?
Katherine Dunn Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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