Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sonoma Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonoma Heights Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonoma Heights 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 Sonoma Heights Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
39%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
54%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sonoma Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winnemucca Grammar School, Grass Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Heights Elementary School?
486 students attend Sonoma Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sonoma Heights Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Sonoma Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sonoma Heights Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Heights Elementary School is part of Humboldt County School District.
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