GEORGE WESTERGARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
George Westergard Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Washoe County school district, located in Reno, NV with about 683 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, George Westergard Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
George Westergard Elementary School is a well-regarded public school located in the suburban Northwest area of Reno, Nevada. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Washoe County School District. The campus is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, providing a stable and community-focused environment for its student body. The school is named in honor of George Westergard, a dedicated local educator and administrator who made significant contributions to the development of the district.
The school is known for its commitment to fostering both academic excellence and character development, often prioritizing a balanced curriculum that includes core subjects alongside enrichment opportunities. As a neighborhood anchor, Westergard Elementary maintains an active partnership with local families and the surrounding community, frequently hosting events and volunteer initiatives that support student success. With a focus on inclusive learning and preparing students for their middle school transition, the school remains a staple of the Reno educational landscape for families residing in the 89523 zip code.
For more information, contact George Westergard Elementary School at (775) 746-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Reno, NV 89523
(775) 746-5800
GEORGE WESTERGARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Reno, NV with about 683 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nevada
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Washoe County
- Total Students:
- 683
- Teachers:
- 36
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 683 students
- White
- 62.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 21.2%
- Two or more races
- 7.8%
- Asian
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.