Serving 24 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paradise Valley School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Valley Elementary School serves the eastern part of Paradise Valley, NV, covering an expansive attendance zone of approximately 1,301.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 36.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paradise Valley School's student population of 24 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Paradise Valley 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 Paradise Valley School is 0.22, 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
#258 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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)
(20-21)≥50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
White
88%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
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)
13%
3%
Showing 2011–2023. 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 Paradise Valley School's ranking?
Paradise Valley School is ranked #258 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?
21-39% 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 Paradise Valley School?
24 students attend Paradise Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Paradise Valley School students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Valley School?
Paradise Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paradise Valley School offer ?
Paradise Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paradise Valley School part of?
Paradise Valley School is part of Humboldt School District.
School Reviews
Review Paradise Valley School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
