Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School

2500 HOMELAND DR, RENO, NV 89511

Top 10% School in Nevada

Ranked 10 of 155 in Nevada

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About Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School

Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School in Reno, Nevada, is a public school for kids in Pre-K through 5th grade. The school has about 395 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 18:1, which means that teachers can give each student their full attention and help them with their schoolwork. The school gives students a solid grounding in the basics, with a strong focus on reading and writing and math. Based on the data we have, about 65% of students are good at math and about 67% are good at English Language Arts. This is better than the average for schools in Nevada in both subjects. About 28% of the students are from minority groups, mostly Hispanic students, so the student body is not very diverse. Also, about 13% of students get free or reduced-price lunch, and a small number are learning English as a second language. Elizabeth Lenz Elementary also talks about how well it's doing with its school improvement goals. For example, students who get special education services are doing better in both ELA and math. The school is in a family-friendly neighborhood in Reno that is known for being stable and having a lot of community involvement. Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School is known for its good academic results, supportive learning environment, and steady student progress. This makes it a good choice for families in the area.

Contact Information

Address

2500 HOMELAND DR, RENO, NV 89511

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Phone

(775) 851-5620

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 65%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 65% in Math and 67% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
8
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
502
Total Students
$63635
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

10

of 155 in Nevada

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:05 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 73.7%
Asian 5.1%
Hispanic 13.5%
Black 1.7%
Two+ Races 5.1%
Native Am. 1%
White
73.7%
Asian
5.1%
Hispanic
13.5%
Black
1.7%
Two+ Races
5.1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 502
51.6%
259 Female
48.4%
243 Male

Student Population

502 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

431 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Elizabeth Lenz Elementary just started taking applications for kindergarteners for the 2025–26 school year. They had an ice cream party for new families to get to know each other. The school also set new goals to improve reading and writing skills and add more social-emotional learning programs. This shows that the school is still focused on helping students grow and making the community a good place to be.

FAQ

Q1. What extra help does Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School give to students who learn differently?

Ans. The school helps students with learning needs by giving them extra resources, personalized learning plans, and special teaching methods.

Q2: Does Elizabeth Lenz Elementary have activities outside of school or to help students learn more?

Ans. Yes, the school has activities like student leadership groups, reading programs, and seasonal enrichment opportunities, but only if there are enough staff members and they are available.

Q3. How do the school and families talk to each other?

The school keeps families up to date on classroom news and school events through newsletters, parent portals, and regular communication between teachers and parents.

Q4. Are there programs for students before or after school?

Ans. District-approved providers offer extended care options that include supervised activities before and after regular school hours.

Q5. How does the school help new families move into the area?

The school gives new families orientation materials, office help, and advice on how to enroll, which helps them learn about routines, expectations, and resources that are available.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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