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Gerlach K-12 School
School · Washoe County
555 E. Sunset Blvd, Gerlach, NV 89412
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gerlach K-12 School
Gerlach K-12 School is a public school in Gerlach, NV, part of the Washoe County. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Gerlach K-12 School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Gerlach K-12 School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Gerlach K-12 School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Address
- 555 E. Sunset Blvd, Gerlach, NV 89412
- Phone
- (775) 557-2326
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
555 E. Sunset Blvd, Gerlach, NV 89412
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
100
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
66%
Poverty Rate
82%
Median Age
54.6
Community Profile
It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 82.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerlach K-12 School
What grades does Gerlach K-12 School serve?
Gerlach K-12 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Gerlach K-12 School?
Gerlach K-12 School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerlach K-12 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerlach K-12 School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Gerlach K-12 School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gerlach K-12 School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Gerlach K-12 School a charter school?
No, Gerlach K-12 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gerlach K-12 School a Title I school?
No, Gerlach K-12 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gerlach K-12 School?
26.1% of students at Gerlach K-12 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
- County Safety
- Low (227/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washoe County
- Phone
- (775) 557-2326
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
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