Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bordewich/bray 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 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 56% 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: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grace Bordewich Mildred Bray Elementary serves the west part of Carson City, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 50.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bordewich/bray Elementary School's student population of 539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bordewich/bray 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 Bordewich/bray Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#330 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
44%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bordewich/bray Elementary School's ranking?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bordewich/bray Elementary School often compared to?
Bordewich/bray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School, Al Seeliger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bordewich/bray Elementary School?
539 students attend Bordewich/bray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bordewich/bray Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bordewich/bray Elementary School?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bordewich/bray Elementary School offer ?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bordewich/bray Elementary School part of?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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