Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Denio ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denio ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Denio's student population of 8 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denio is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Denio?
8 students attend Denio.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Denio students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denio?
Denio has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Denio offer ?
Denio offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Denio part of?
Denio is part of Humboldt County School District.
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