Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Schurz Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Schurz Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Schurz, NV, covering approximately 3,813 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 41.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 76.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schurz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Schurz Elementary School's student population of 59 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
No'oko numu tunedooe
School Rankings
Schurz Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schurz 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
#655 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
85%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schurz Elementary School's ranking?
Schurz Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Schurz Elementary School?
59 students attend Schurz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Schurz Elementary School students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schurz Elementary School?
Schurz Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Schurz Elementary School offer ?
Schurz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schurz Elementary School part of?
Schurz Elementary School is part of Mineral School District.
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