Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grass Valley 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grass Valley Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Grass Valley 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 Grass Valley Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
56%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grass Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Grass Valley Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Grass Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Grass Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winnemucca Grammar School, Sonoma Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Grass Valley Elementary School?
472 students attend Grass Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Grass Valley Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grass Valley Elementary School?
Grass Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Grass Valley Elementary School offer ?
Grass Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grass Valley Elementary School part of?
Grass Valley Elementary School is part of Humboldt School District.
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