Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Battle Mountain Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Mountain Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing Minds, Building Futures
School Rankings
Battle Mountain 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 Battle Mountain Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#396 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
46%
White
58%
26%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Battle Mountain Elementary School is ranked #396 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Battle Mountain Elementary School?
432 students attend Battle Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Battle Mountain Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Mountain Elementary School?
Battle Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Battle Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Battle Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Mountain Elementary School part of?
Battle Mountain Elementary School is part of Lander School District.
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