Serving 37 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dyer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Dyer Elementary School's student population of 37 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dyer Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
59%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Esmeralda School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyer Elementary School's ranking?
Dyer Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dyer Elementary School?
37 students attend Dyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dyer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dyer Elementary School?
Dyer Elementary School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dyer Elementary School offer ?
Dyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dyer Elementary School part of?
Dyer Elementary School is part of Esmeralda School District.
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