Alyce Taylor Elementary vs Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nevada, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alyce Taylor Elementary
Sparks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
469 students
Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada
Sparks · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,033 students
| Measure | Alyce Taylor Elementary Sparks, Nevada | Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada Sparks, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 408 | #42 of 408 |
| National rank | #12327 of 50,301 | #18215 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 469 | 1,033 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 1,033 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.1% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 64% | – |
| city | Sparks | Sparks |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alyce Taylor Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 60.0).
- •Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 21.1%).
- •Alyce Taylor Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 24.0).
- •Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada is the larger school with 1,033 students compared with 469.
- •Alyce Taylor Elementary is a public school while Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alyce Taylor Elementary better than Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada?
On the Success Index (US), Alyce Taylor Elementary ranks higher (68.5 vs 60.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alyce Taylor Elementary and Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Sparks and Sparks in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alyce Taylor Elementary: 469. Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada: 1,033. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alyce Taylor Elementary and Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada rank in Nevada?
Alyce Taylor Elementary is 17th of 408 and Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada is 42nd of 408 among elementary schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).