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#156 of 691 schools in NV

Top 22% in state

Eureka Elementary School

Elementary School · Eureka

PO Box 249, Eureka, NV 89316

Enrollment

125

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#156 of 691

In Eureka

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Eureka

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Eureka Elementary School

Eureka Elementary School is a public elementary school in Eureka, NV, part of Eureka. Eureka Elementary School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Eureka Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Eureka Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 125 students, Eureka Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Eureka Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.6% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg+15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,030
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Eureka Elementary School — Students at Eureka Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
50.6%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Eureka Elementary School Compares

See how Eureka Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in NV
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

PO Box 249, Eureka, NV 89316

Nearby Schools

1 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Eureka County High School Eureka 0.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,798

Median Home Value

$263,600

Median Rent

$985/mo

Population

951

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

72.4%

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eureka Elementary School

What grades does Eureka Elementary School serve?

Eureka Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Eureka Elementary School?

Eureka Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eureka Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eureka Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eureka Elementary School rank in NV?

Eureka Elementary School ranks #156 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Eureka Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eureka Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Eureka Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eureka Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eureka Elementary School a charter school?

No, Eureka Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eureka Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Eureka Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Eureka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

Eureka
District Enrollment
325
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,030
District Rank
#1 of 3

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