Serving 34 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orovada School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Orovada Elementary School serves the northeast part of Orovada, NV, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 701.5 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distances extending up to 26.2 miles from the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orovada School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orovada School's student population of 34 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Orovada 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 Orovada 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
#165 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 16-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 Orovada School's ranking?
Orovada School is ranked #165 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Orovada School?
34 students attend Orovada School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Orovada School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orovada School?
Orovada School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orovada School offer ?
Orovada School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orovada School part of?
Orovada School is part of Humboldt School District.
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