Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Panaca Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panaca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Panaca Elementary School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Panaca Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panaca Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panaca Elementary School's ranking?
Panaca Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Panaca Elementary School?
166 students attend Panaca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Panaca Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Panaca Elementary School offer ?
Panaca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Panaca Elementary School part of?
Panaca Elementary School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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