Serving 33 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Goldfield 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Goldfield Elementary School's student population of 33 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goldfield 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 Goldfield Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#227 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
44%
Black
6%
12%
White
82%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
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 Goldfield Elementary School's ranking?
Goldfield Elementary School is ranked #227 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 26% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Goldfield Elementary School?
33 students attend Goldfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Goldfield Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Goldfield Elementary School offer ?
Goldfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Goldfield Elementary School part of?
Goldfield Elementary School is part of Esmeralda County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/9/2024
The teachers here really care about the children and their academic success. The size of the classrooms allows for a lot of one-on-one interaction between the teachers and students and is a great benefit to our children.
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