Average
#434 of 691 schools in NV
Marvin Picollo Elementary
School · Washoe County
900 FOOTHILL ROAD, Reno, NV 89511
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#434 of 691
In Reno
#47 of 77
public schools
In district
#67 of 109
Washoe County
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Marvin Picollo Elementary
Marvin Picollo Elementary is a public school in Reno, NV, part of Washoe County. Marvin Picollo Elementary serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Marvin Picollo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #434 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Marvin Picollo Elementary show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NV avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Marvin Picollo Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Marvin Picollo Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Marvin Picollo Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Marvin Picollo Elementary — Students at Marvin Picollo Elementary score 10% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 9.5/10.
How Marvin Picollo Elementary Compares
See how Marvin Picollo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 FOOTHILL ROAD, Reno, NV 89511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marvin Picollo Elementary may also want to explore other schools in the area. SAGE RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH STAR ONLINE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Reno, see our Reno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH LENZ ELEMENTARY Reno | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BISHOP MANOGUE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Nevada Connections Academy Reno | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reno | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| RENO CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP PRESCHOOL AND MINISTRY Reno | 1.3 mi | — |
| TRIAD SCHOOL Reno | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Nevada State High School II Meadowwood Reno | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| DOUBLE DIAMOND ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MARCE HERZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SAGE RIDGE SCHOOL Reno | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| TED HUNSBERGER ELEMENTARY Reno | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Coral Academy Elementary-South Reno | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Coral Academy High School Reno | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Doral Academy of Northern Nevada Reno | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| NORTH STAR ONLINE SCHOOL Reno | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| KENDYL DEPOALI MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GALENA HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HUFFAKER ELEMENTARY Reno | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| EDWARD L. PINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| SMITHRIDGE S.T.E.M. ACADEMY Reno | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,287
Median Home Value
$903,300
Median Rent
$1,860/mo
Population
30,214
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
45.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| SPRING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Las Vegas, NV | 5.7 |
| J.O.Y. ACADEMY OF SOUTHERN NEVADA Las Vegas, NV | 6.0 |
| Miller John F Las Vegas, NV | 5.5 |
| SPRING CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Creek, NV | 5.2 |
| Stewart Helen J Las Vegas, NV | 5.2 |
| Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy Elko, NV | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marvin Picollo Elementary
What grades does Marvin Picollo Elementary serve?
Marvin Picollo Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Marvin Picollo Elementary?
Marvin Picollo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marvin Picollo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marvin Picollo Elementary is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marvin Picollo Elementary rank in NV?
Marvin Picollo Elementary ranks #434 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Marvin Picollo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marvin Picollo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Marvin Picollo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marvin Picollo Elementary has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Marvin Picollo Elementary a charter school?
No, Marvin Picollo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marvin Picollo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marvin Picollo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marvin Picollo Elementary?
100.0% of students at Marvin Picollo 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (775) 851-5650
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #67 of 109
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