Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
54%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School's ranking?
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School often compared to?
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Al Seeliger Elementary School, Bordewich/bray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School?
500 students attend Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School?
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School offer ?
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School part of?
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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