Excellent
#9 of 691 schools in NV
Top 1% in state
Lahontan Elementary School
Elementary School · Churchill
1099 Merton Drive, Fallon, NV 89406
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#9 of 691
In Fallon
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Churchill
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lahontan Elementary School
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About Lahontan Elementary School
Lahontan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fallon, NV, part of Churchill. Lahontan Elementary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lahontan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Lahontan Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Lahontan Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lahontan Elementary School — Students at Lahontan Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2012-13)
Based on 10 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Lahontan Elementary School Compares
See how Lahontan Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1099 Merton Drive, Fallon, NV 89406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lahontan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Valley Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Fernley), a more accessible option. Another option is Numa Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fallon, see our Fallon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fallon | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Churchill County High School Fallon | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Churchill County Adult Ed Fallon | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Churchill County Middle School Fallon | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Oasis Academy Fallon | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| FALLON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Fallon | 1.0 mi | — |
| Northside Early Learning Center Fallon | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| E C Best Elementary Fallon | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Numa Elementary School Fallon | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| East Valley Elementary School Fernley | 20.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Silverland Middle School Fernley | 23.4 mi | 5.3 |
| A STEP AHEAD Fernley | 24.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Fernley | 25.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Lyon County Adult Education Fernley | 25.3 mi | — |
| Fernley High School Fernley | 25.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Fernley Elementary School Fernley | 26.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Fernley Intermediate School Fernley | 26.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Silver Stage Middle School Silver Springs | 26.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Silver Stage High School Silver Springs | 26.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Eagle Ridge High School Silver Springs | 26.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,268
Median Home Value
$298,000
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
25,536
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lahontan Elementary School
What grades does Lahontan Elementary School serve?
Lahontan Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Lahontan Elementary School?
Lahontan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lahontan Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lahontan Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lahontan Elementary School rank in NV?
Lahontan Elementary School ranks #9 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Lahontan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lahontan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Lahontan Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lahontan Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
Is Lahontan Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lahontan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lahontan Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lahontan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lahontan Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Lahontan 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Churchill County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (775) 423-1999
Resources & Links
District
Churchill- District Enrollment
- 3,336
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,446
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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