Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pahranagat Valley 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 15% 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: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pahranagat Valley Elementary School serves the southwest part of its school district in Alamo, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 5,147.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 39.4 miles and the furthest edge located 61.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School's student population of 161 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Build a Culture of Success Through Education
School Rankings
Pahranagat Valley 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 Pahranagat Valley Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#239 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Pahranagat Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School is ranked #239 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pahranagat Valley Elementary School?
161 students attend Pahranagat Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pahranagat Valley Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pahranagat Valley Elementary School?
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pahranagat Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pahranagat Valley Elementary School part of?
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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