Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sutro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutro Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Every Student… Every Classroom… Every Day
School Rankings
Sutro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutro Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#371 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
55%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
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
Lyon School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutro Elementary School's ranking?
Sutro Elementary School is ranked #371 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sutro Elementary School often compared to?
Sutro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School, Dayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% 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 Sutro Elementary School?
426 students attend Sutro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sutro Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutro Elementary School?
Sutro Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sutro Elementary School offer ?
Sutro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutro Elementary School part of?
Sutro Elementary School is part of Lyon School District.
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