Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eureka Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Eureka Elementary School's student population of 159 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eureka Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#38 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Elementary School's ranking?
Eureka Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Eureka Elementary School?
159 students attend Eureka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Eureka Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Eureka Elementary School offer ?
Eureka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Eureka Elementary School part of?
Eureka Elementary School is part of Eureka County School District.
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