Silver Lake Elementary School Overview and FAQs (2026 List)

About Silver Lake Elementary School

Silver Lake Elementary School is a public school in Reno, Nevada that serves about 420–430 students in grades K through 5. The student–teacher ratio is about 18:1. The school has a standard elementary curriculum and a diverse student body, with about 61% of students identifying as minorities, many of whom are Hispanic or from other cultures. Recent test scores show that about 29% of students are good at math and about 45% are good at reading/ELA. This puts reading performance at about the state average and shows that math performance could use some work. The district gives money to Silver Lake Elementary to help with instruction, student services, and community involvement, but the exact amount spent on each student is not made public. Reno's school is in a stable residential area, which helps families work together and support each other. Silver Lake Elementary School is a committed public school with a diverse student body and average academic performance. The fact that it has a community-minded environment and a stable support structure suggests that it could keep getting better.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 29%

Reading 45%

State average proficiency is 29% in Math and 45% in Reading.

23

Full-time Teachers

18 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

479

Total Students

$63635

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 41.7%

Asian 2.4%

Hispanic 47.9%

Black 1.9%

Two+ Races 5%

Native Am. 0%

White

41.7%

Asian

2.4%

Hispanic

47.9%

Black

1.9%

Two+ Races

5%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 479

46.5%

223 Female

53.5%

256 Male

Student Population

479 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1014 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Silver Lake Elementary School Contact Information

Address

8719 RED BARON BLVD, RENO, NV 89506

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Phone

(775) 677-5400

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Website

https://www.washoeschools.net/

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 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.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, the people in the area showed their appreciation for the teachers at Silver Lake Elementary School by giving them gift cards from a nearby car dealership. The school also started a program backed by the district to help with academics and social-emotional learning at the same time. This shows a renewed commitment to making both teachers and students happier and more successful.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of after-school activities are there for kids at Silver Lake Elementary School?

Ans. The school usually has things like art clubs, student leadership groups, and after-school enrichment programs, but only if there are enough staff and space.

Q2. Do students at Silver Lake Elementary School get rides to and from school?

Ans. Students who live within the Washoe County School District's set district boundaries and bus routes can usually take the bus to school.

Q3. How does the school help students who need help with their schoolwork?

Ans. Silver Lake Elementary offers help through small-group lessons, math and reading support programs, and intervention specialists who keep an eye on students.

Q4. Do teachers want parents to come to school events and activities?

Ans. Yes, the school encourages parents to get involved by volunteering, joining the PTO, going to school events, and helping in the classroom.

Q5. What safety measures does Silver Lake Elementary have?

The school follows the district's safety rules, which include secure campus procedures, visitor check-in requirements, regular drills, and training for staff.

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.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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