Serving 7 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duckwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- 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
Duckwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Duckwater Elementary School's student population of 7 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Duckwater Elementary School is 0.66, 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)
(18-19)≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
29%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
28%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
43%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
11%
71%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
22%
2%
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 36% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NV state average).
How many students attend Duckwater Elementary School?
7 students attend Duckwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Duckwater Elementary School students are Two or more races, 29% of students are American Indian, and 28% of students are White.
What grades does Duckwater Elementary School offer ?
Duckwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Duckwater Elementary School part of?
Duckwater Elementary School is part of Nye County School District.
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