Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J G Johnson 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 18% (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 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
J G Johnson Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J G Johnson 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 J G Johnson Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#478 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
37%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
47%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
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)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J G Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
J G Johnson Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are J G Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
J G Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Elementary School, Hafen Elementary School, Manse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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 J G Johnson Elementary School?
527 students attend J G Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of J G Johnson Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J G Johnson Elementary School?
J G Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does J G Johnson Elementary School offer ?
J G Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J G Johnson Elementary School part of?
J G Johnson Elementary School is part of Nye School District.
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