Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Minden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 32% 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: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Minden Elementary School serves the southeast part of Minden, NV, covering an area of approximately 282.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 37.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minden Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Minden 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 Minden Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#223 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Minden Elementary School's ranking?
Minden Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Minden Elementary School often compared to?
Minden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardnerville Elementary School, Pinon Hills 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Minden Elementary School?
371 students attend Minden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Minden Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minden Elementary School?
Minden Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minden Elementary School offer ?
Minden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minden Elementary School part of?
Minden Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
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