Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Empire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Empire Elementary School serves the northeast part of Carson City, NV, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Empire Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Empire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Empire Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#404 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Elementary School's ranking?
Empire Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Empire Elementary School often compared to?
Empire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Empire Elementary School?
445 students attend Empire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Empire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empire Elementary School?
Empire Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Empire Elementary School offer ?
Empire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Empire Elementary School part of?
Empire Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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