Schurz Elementary School

4048 S. Hwy 95
Schurz, NV 89427
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Schurz Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in NV
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Schurz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

School Overview

Schurz Elementary School's student population of 85 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
85 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
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School Rankings

Schurz Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schurz Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NV)
#571 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤10%
26%
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20-29%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
74%
1%
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Asian
n/a
5%
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Hispanic
17%
44%
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Black
n/a
12%
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White
2%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.42
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Schurz Elementary School's ranking?
Schurz Elementary School is ranked #571 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Schurz Elementary School?
85 students attend Schurz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Schurz Elementary School students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Schurz Elementary School offer ?
Schurz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Schurz Elementary School part of?
Schurz Elementary School is part of Mineral County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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