Serving 465 students in grades 2-3, E C Best Elementary School 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 31% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
E C Best Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
E C Best Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E C Best Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#318 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
55%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E C Best Elementary School's ranking?
E C Best Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are E C Best Elementary School often compared to?
E C Best Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Numa Elementary School, Oasis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend E C Best Elementary School?
465 students attend E C Best Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of E C Best Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 E C Best Elementary School?
E C Best Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does E C Best Elementary School offer ?
E C Best Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E C Best Elementary School part of?
E C Best Elementary School is part of Churchill School District.
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