Serving 111 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Natchez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Natchez Elementary School's student population of 111 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Natchez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchez Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#628 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
19:1
American Indian
77%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
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 Natchez Elementary School's ranking?
Natchez Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Natchez Elementary School?
111 students attend Natchez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Natchez Elementary School students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natchez Elementary School?
Natchez Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Natchez Elementary School offer ?
Natchez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Natchez Elementary School part of?
Natchez Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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