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#473 of 691 schools in NV
Esther Bennett Elementary
Elementary School · Washoe County
5900 Sidehill Drive, Sparks, NV 89433
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#473 of 691
In Sparks
#24 of 35
public schools
In district
#77 of 109
Washoe County
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Esther Bennett Elementary
Esther Bennett Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparks, NV, part of Washoe County. Esther Bennett Elementary serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Esther Bennett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Esther Bennett Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Esther Bennett Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Esther Bennett Elementary — Students at Esther Bennett Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Esther Bennett Elementary Compares
See how Esther Bennett Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5900 Sidehill Drive, Sparks, NV 89433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esther Bennett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN BOHACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESSE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sparks, see our Sparks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| VIRGINIA PALMER ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| DESERT SKIES MIDDLE SCHOOL Sun Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| LOIS ALLEN ELEMENTARY Sparks | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| TMCC MAGNET SCHOOL Reno | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTH VALLEYS HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| PROCTER R. HUG HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY Reno | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| JESSE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MIGUEL SEPULVEDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RITA CANNAN ELEMENTARY Reno | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
| AGNES RISLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| High Desert Montessori Reno | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JOHN BOHACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ALICE MAXWELL ELEMENTARY Sparks | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY Sparks | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SKY RANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY Sparks | 4.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LEMMON VALLEY ELEMENTARY Reno | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,208
Median Home Value
$321,000
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
23,385
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
33
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| DESERT HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 5.5 |
| Earl Ira J ES Las Vegas, NV | 5.5 |
| Griffith E W ES Las Vegas, NV | 5.5 |
| Hummel John R ES Las Vegas, NV | 5.5 |
| Lake Robert E ES Las Vegas, NV | 5.5 |
| RITA CANNAN ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esther Bennett Elementary
What grades does Esther Bennett Elementary serve?
Esther Bennett Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Esther Bennett Elementary?
Esther Bennett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esther Bennett Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Esther Bennett Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esther Bennett Elementary rank in NV?
Esther Bennett Elementary ranks #473 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Esther Bennett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Esther Bennett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Esther Bennett Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esther Bennett Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Esther Bennett Elementary a charter school?
No, Esther Bennett Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esther Bennett Elementary a Title I school?
No, Esther Bennett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esther Bennett Elementary?
100.0% of students at Esther Bennett Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (775) 674-4444
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #77 of 109
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