Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J G Johnson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J G Johnson Elementary School serves the southern part of Pahrump, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
J G Johnson Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J G Johnson 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 J G Johnson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#478 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J G Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
J G Johnson Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are J G Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
J G Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Elementary School, Manse Elementary School, Hafen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend J G Johnson Elementary School?
502 students attend J G Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J G Johnson Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J G Johnson Elementary School?
J G Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does J G Johnson Elementary School offer ?
J G Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J G Johnson Elementary School part of?
J G Johnson Elementary School is part of Nye School District.
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