Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pioche Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioche Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pioche Elementary School's student population of 64 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Pioche 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 Pioche Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#371 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioche Elementary School's ranking?
Pioche Elementary School is ranked #371 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?
40-59% 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 Pioche Elementary School?
64 students attend Pioche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pioche Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioche Elementary School?
Pioche Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioche Elementary School offer ?
Pioche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioche Elementary School part of?
Pioche Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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