Very Good
#204 of 691 schools in NV
Top 29% in state
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
Elementary School · Washoe County
4801 Neil Road, Reno, NV 89502
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#204 of 691
In Reno
#23 of 77
public schools
In district
#27 of 109
Washoe County
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
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About Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy is a public elementary school in Reno, NV, part of Washoe County. Smithridge S.t.e.m.
Academy serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy 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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Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy — Students at Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy score 37% 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: 7.6/10.
How Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy Compares
See how Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4801 Neil Road, Reno, NV 89502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKFIELD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEVADA SAGE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HUFFAKER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reno, see our Reno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDWARD L. PINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH STAR ONLINE SCHOOL Reno | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Mariposa Language and Learning Academy Reno | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Coral Academy Elementary-South Reno | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Coral Academy High School Reno | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Bailey Charter School Reno | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Reno | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| HUFFAKER ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Nevada State High School II Meadowwood Reno | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| EARL WOOSTER HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reno | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ROGER CORBETT ELEMENTARY Reno | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ANDERSON ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| NEVADA SAGE WALDORF SCHOOL Reno | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| EDWIN S. DODSON ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Academy For Career Education Reno | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| TRUCKEE MEADOWS SCHOOL Reno | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| E. OTIS VAUGHN MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL S.T.E.M. ACADEMY Reno | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,719
Median Home Value
$389,200
Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Population
45,708
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
34.7%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
What grades does Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy serve?
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy?
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy rank in NV?
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy ranks #204 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy a charter school?
No, Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy a Title I school?
No, Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy?
100.0% of students at Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy 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
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (775) 689-2560
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #27 of 109
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