Excellent
#27 of 691 schools in NV
Top 4% in state
Florence Drake Elementary
Elementary School · Washoe County
2755 Fourth Street, Sparks, NV 89431
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#27 of 691
In Sparks
#1 of 35
public schools
In district
#6 of 109
Washoe County
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Florence Drake Elementary
Florence Drake Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparks, NV, part of Washoe County. Florence Drake Elementary serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Drake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Florence Drake Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Florence Drake Elementary runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Florence Drake Elementary — Students at Florence Drake Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Florence Drake Elementary Compares
See how Florence Drake 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
2755 Fourth Street, Sparks, NV 89431
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florence Drake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mater Academy of Northern Nevada (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Reno), with a comparable rating. Another option is ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ALICE MAXWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sparks, see our Sparks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENBRAE ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ALICE MAXWELL ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GEORGE L. DILWORTH S.T.E.M ACADEMY Sparks | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| EXCEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sparks | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SPARKS HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| PROCTER R. HUG HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| AGNES RISLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| KATHERINE DUNN ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| KATE SMITH ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EDWARD C. REED HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MIGUEL SEPULVEDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BERNICE MATHEWS ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| High Desert Montessori Reno | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| RITA CANNAN ELEMENTARY Reno | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Mater Academy of Northern Nevada Reno | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LLOYD DIEDRICHSEN ELEMENTARY Sparks | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,496
Median Home Value
$332,000
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
40,772
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
35.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pinon Hills Elementary School Minden, NV | 9.0 |
| MAMIE TOWLES ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 8.8 |
| HUNTER LAKE ELEMENTARY Reno, NV | 8.7 |
| Pahranagat Valley Elementary School Alamo, NV | 8.7 |
| Panaca Elementary School Panaca, NV | 8.7 |
| VERDI ELEMENTARY Verdi, NV | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florence Drake Elementary
What grades does Florence Drake Elementary serve?
Florence Drake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Florence Drake Elementary?
Florence Drake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Drake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Florence Drake Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florence Drake Elementary rank in NV?
Florence Drake Elementary ranks #27 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Florence Drake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Florence Drake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Florence Drake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Drake Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Florence Drake Elementary a charter school?
No, Florence Drake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florence Drake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Florence Drake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence Drake Elementary?
100.0% of students at Florence Drake 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
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (775) 353-5510
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #6 of 109
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