Serving 183 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carlin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlin Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Carlin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlin Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlin Elementary School's ranking?
Carlin Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 692 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carlin Elementary School?
183 students attend Carlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carlin Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlin Elementary School?
Carlin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Carlin Elementary School offer ?
Carlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlin Elementary School part of?
Carlin Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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