Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wells Elementary 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Elementary School serves the southeast part of Wells, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,669 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 70 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wells Elementary School's student population of 141 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wells 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 Wells Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#280 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Elementary School is ranked #280 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?
30-34% 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 Wells Elementary School?
141 students attend Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wells Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Elementary School?
Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wells Elementary School offer ?
Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Elementary School part of?
Wells Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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