Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Caliente Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Caliente Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Caliente, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,196.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 40.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 59.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caliente Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Caliente Elementary School's student population of 87 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caliente Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caliente Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#52 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caliente Elementary School's ranking?
Caliente Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Caliente Elementary School?
87 students attend Caliente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Caliente Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caliente Elementary School?
Caliente Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caliente Elementary School offer ?
Caliente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caliente Elementary School part of?
Caliente Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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