Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Panaca 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panaca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Panaca Elementary School's student population of 202 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Panaca 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 Panaca Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#56 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panaca Elementary School's ranking?
Panaca Elementary School is ranked #56 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Panaca Elementary School?
202 students attend Panaca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Panaca Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Panaca Elementary School?
Panaca Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Panaca Elementary School offer ?
Panaca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Panaca Elementary School part of?
Panaca Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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