Edward C. Reed High School vs Jerry Whitehead Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nevada, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward C. Reed High School
Sparks · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,092 students
Jerry Whitehead Elementary
Sparks · Public elementary · Grades K–5
234 students
| Measure | Edward C. Reed High School Sparks, Nevada | Jerry Whitehead Elementary Sparks, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 98 | #53 of 408 |
| National rank | #11785 of 16,910 | #20333 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,092 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 2,092 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 50% |
| city | Sparks | Sparks |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jerry Whitehead Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 36.7).
- •Jerry Whitehead Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 27%).
- •Jerry Whitehead Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 38%).
- •Jerry Whitehead Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 24.3).
- •Edward C. Reed High School is the larger school with 2,092 students compared with 234.
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 Edward C. Reed High School better than Jerry Whitehead Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jerry Whitehead Elementary ranks higher (56.9 vs 36.7 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 Edward C. Reed High School and Jerry Whitehead Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Sparks and Sparks in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward C. Reed High School: 2,092. Jerry Whitehead Elementary: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward C. Reed High School and Jerry Whitehead Elementary rank in Nevada?
Edward C. Reed High School is 36th of 98 and Jerry Whitehead Elementary is 53rd of 408 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).