Serving 478 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Empire Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.46, 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
#407 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
70%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
23%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #407 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Empire Elementary School?
478 students attend Empire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Empire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Empire Elementary School offer ?
Empire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Empire Elementary School part of?
Empire Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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