Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bordewich/bray Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bordewich/bray Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bordewich/bray Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bordewich/bray Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#276 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
49%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bordewich/bray Elementary School's ranking?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bordewich/bray Elementary School often compared to?
Bordewich/bray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School, Al Seeliger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bordewich/bray Elementary School?
578 students attend Bordewich/bray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bordewich/bray Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bordewich/bray Elementary School?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Bordewich/bray Elementary School offer ?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bordewich/bray Elementary School part of?
Bordewich/bray Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.
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