Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Gerlach K-12 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerlach K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gerlach K-12 School's student population of 17 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gerlach K-12 School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gerlach K-12 School is 0.44, 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
#138 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
71%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≥50%
63%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerlach K-12 School's ranking?
Gerlach K-12 School is ranked #138 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gerlach K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Gerlach K-12 School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 63%.
How many students attend Gerlach K-12 School?
17 students attend Gerlach K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Gerlach K-12 School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gerlach K-12 School?
Gerlach K-12 School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Gerlach K-12 School offer ?
Gerlach K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Gerlach K-12 School part of?
Gerlach K-12 School is part of Washoe County School District.
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