Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School serves 12 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School's student population of 12 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School is 0.00, 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)
(21-22)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
81%
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 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School?
12 students attend Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School?
Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School offer ?
Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School part of?
Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School is part of Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School District.
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