Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardnerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gardnerville Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gardnerville, NV, covering an area of approximately 61.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardnerville Elementary School's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gardnerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardnerville Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#183 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardnerville Elementary School's ranking?
Gardnerville Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Gardnerville Elementary School often compared to?
Gardnerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minden Elementary School, C. C. Meneley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Gardnerville Elementary School?
300 students attend Gardnerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gardnerville Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardnerville Elementary School?
Gardnerville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardnerville Elementary School offer ?
Gardnerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardnerville Elementary School part of?
Gardnerville Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
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