Serving 118 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hugh Gallagher Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 20% 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: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hugh Gallagher Elementary School serves the southern part of Virginia City, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 177.1 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School's student population of 118 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugh Gallagher 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 Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#249 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)32.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
81%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Gallagher Elementary School's ranking?
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?
118 students attend Hugh Gallagher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hugh Gallagher Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hugh Gallagher Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh Gallagher Elementary School part of?
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is part of Storey School District.
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