Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eureka Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eureka Elementary School's student population of 139 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eureka Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#38 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Elementary School's ranking?
Eureka Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Eureka Elementary School?
139 students attend Eureka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Eureka Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eureka Elementary School?
Eureka Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Eureka Elementary School offer ?
Eureka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Eureka Elementary School part of?
Eureka Elementary School is part of Eureka County School District.
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