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Very Good

#200 of 691 schools in NV

Top 29% in state

Gardnerville Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas

1290 Toler Avenue, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#200 of 691

In Gardnerville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Douglas

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

Elementary School in Gardnerville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gardnerville Elementary School

Gardnerville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gardnerville, NV, part of Douglas. Gardnerville Elementary School serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardnerville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Gardnerville Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NV avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.4% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,089
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Gardnerville Elementary School — Students at Gardnerville Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (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
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
38.4%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Gardnerville Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in NV
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1290 Toler Avenue, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gardnerville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pinon Hills Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Minden), which scores notably higher. Another option is G. L. Scarselli Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Minden Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Minden), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gardnerville, see our Gardnerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Carson Valley Middle School Gardnerville 0.5 mi 6.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHILD CARE CTR & KINDERGARTEN Gardnerville 0.7 mi 5.4
ALT School Minden 1.5 mi
ASPIRE Academy High School Minden 1.5 mi 4.5
Douglas County Adult School Minden 1.5 mi
Douglas Nevada Online Minden 1.5 mi
Minden Elementary School Minden 1.8 mi 7.7
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gardnerville 2.1 mi 4.2
C. C. Meneley Elementary School Gardnerville 2.7 mi 6.2
Douglas High School Minden 2.4 mi 5.7
Pau Wa Lu Middle School Gardnerville 3.8 mi 5.7
G. L. Scarselli Elementary School Gardnerville 3.8 mi 8.0
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minden 4.8 mi 6.1
Pinon Hills Elementary School Minden 7.0 mi 9.0
Jacobsen High School Gardnerville 9.3 mi
Jacks Valley Elementary School Carson City 11.0 mi 6.7
Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville 12.5 mi 5.5
Alpine County Opportunity Markleeville 12.5 mi
Al Seeliger Elementary Carson City 14.0 mi 7.6
George Whittell High School Zephyr Cove 11.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,861

Median Home Value

$588,400

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

10,970

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

55.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gardnerville Elementary School

What grades does Gardnerville Elementary School serve?

Gardnerville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Gardnerville Elementary School?

Gardnerville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Gardnerville Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gardnerville Elementary School rank in NV?

Gardnerville Elementary School ranks #200 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Gardnerville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gardnerville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Gardnerville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gardnerville Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gardnerville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Gardnerville Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gardnerville Elementary School?

43.2% of students at Gardnerville Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Douglas
District Enrollment
5,036
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,089
District Rank
#6 of 12

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