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#48 of 689 schools in NV

Top 7% in state

Northside Elementary School

Elementary School · Elko

1645 Sewell Drive, Elko, NV 89801

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Elko

#2 of 10

public schools

Nevada elementary schools

#40 of 414

In district

#2 of 28

Elko

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Northside Elementary School

Northside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elko, NV, part of the Elko. The school serves approximately 354 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among NV schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 40% proficiency in math and 49% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,777, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)31%
vs. Expected+15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,008

Northside Elementary School — Students at Northside Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Northside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NV
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
8.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

1645 Sewell Drive, Elko, NV 89801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Peak Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Spring Creek), with a very similar rating. Another option is Elko Institute for Academic Achievement (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Grammar School 2 (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elko, see our Elko schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Grammar School 2 Elko 0.6 mi 7.3
Mountain View Elementary School Elko 0.7 mi 5.7
Early Childhood Elko 0.6 mi
Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy Elko 0.6 mi 6.5
Adult Education Elko 0.6 mi
Elko High School Elko 0.9 mi 5.3
Elko Institute for Academic Achievement Elko 1.1 mi 8.6
Flagview Intermediate School Elko 1.4 mi 6.3
Adobe Middle School Elko 1.4 mi 4.9
Southside Elementary School Elko 1.4 mi 3.0
Independence High School Elko 4.0 mi 7.7
Spring Creek Middle School Spring Creek 8.0 mi 5.6
Sage Elementary School Spring Creek 8.1 mi 6.9
Spring Creek High School Spring Creek 8.3 mi 8.0
Spring Creek Elementary School Spring Creek 10.6 mi 5.7
SPRING CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Creek 11.3 mi 5.2
Liberty Peak Elementary School Spring Creek 11.6 mi 8.7
Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy Carlin 15.3 mi 6.9
Carlin Elementary School Carlin 19.3 mi 7.2
Carlin High School Carlin 19.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,777

Median Home Value

$278,700

Median Rent

$1,185/mo

Population

26,070

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

34.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Northside Elementary School has a median household income of $83,777. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,700, with a median rent of $1,185/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
E C Best Elementary Fallon, NV 8.5
Gibson James ES Henderson, NV 8.5
ELIZABETH LENZ ELEMENTARY Reno, NV 8.6
Elko Institute for Academic Achievement Elko, NV 8.6
FOOTHILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Henderson, NV 8.6
Fernley Elementary School Fernley, NV 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside Elementary School

What grades does Northside Elementary School serve?

Northside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Northside Elementary School?

Northside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northside Elementary School rank in NV?

Northside Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 689 schools in NV.

What is Northside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Northside Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Northside Elementary School has 40.3% math proficiency and 48.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Northside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Northside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

99.7% of students at Northside 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,855/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Elko). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Elko County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Elko
District Enrollment
9,908
Schools in District
36
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,020
District Rank
#2 of 28

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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