Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Austin Combined Schools ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Austin School serves the southern part of Austin, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 3,604.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 50.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austin Combined Schools's student population of 8 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Austin Combined Schools is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NV state average).
How many students attend Austin Combined Schools?
8 students attend Austin Combined Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Austin Combined Schools students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin Combined Schools?
Austin Combined Schools has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Austin Combined Schools offer ?
Austin Combined Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Austin Combined Schools part of?
Austin Combined Schools is part of Lander School District.
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