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#446 of 691 schools in NV
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
Elementary School · Washoe County
1200 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#446 of 691
In Reno
#49 of 77
public schools
In district
#70 of 109
Washoe County
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
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About Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy is a public elementary school in Reno, NV, part of Washoe County. Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m.
Academy serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #446 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Veterans Memorial 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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Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy — Students at Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy score 28% 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: 5.2/10.
How Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy Compares
See how Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT ROSE K-8 ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESSIE BECK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Honors Academy of Literature (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reno, see our Reno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E. OTIS VAUGHN MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| LIBBY BOOTH ELEMENTARY Reno | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reno | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ROGER CORBETT ELEMENTARY Reno | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reno | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT ROSE K-8 ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES Reno | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| EARL WOOSTER HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bailey Charter School Reno | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Honors Academy of Literature Reno | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ANDERSON ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Academy For Career Education Reno | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Coral Academy Middle School Reno | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHNS CHILDRENS CENTER Reno | 1.4 mi | — |
| INNOVATIONS HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| JESSIE BECK ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| GLENN DUNCAN S.T.E.M. ACADEMY Reno | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| RENO HIGH SCHOOL Reno | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| FRED W. TRANER MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Davidson Academy Reno | 2.0 mi | 9.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESERT TORAH ACADEMY OHEL MENACHEM Las Vegas, NV | 5.7 |
| GREENBRAE ELEMENTARY Sparks, NV | 5.7 |
| Hinman Edna F ES Henderson, NV | 5.7 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reno, NV | 5.7 |
| Bennett William G ES Laughlin, NV | 5.8 |
| Carlin Elementary School Carlin, NV | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
What grades does Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy serve?
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy?
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy rank in NV?
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy ranks #446 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy a charter school?
No, Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy a Title I school?
No, Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy?
100.0% of students at Veterans Memorial 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (775) 333-5090
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #70 of 109
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