Pinon Hills Elementary School

1479 Stephanie Way
Minden, NV 89423
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Top 10%
Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinon Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10% in NV
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pinon Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Pinon Hills Elementary School's student population of 256 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
256 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue and White
School Motto
EPIC Learning: Empower, Prepare, Inspire, Connect
Average Class Size
20 students

School Rankings

Pinon Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinon Hills Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#46 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
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55-59%
30%
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65-69%
44%
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20-29%
26%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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Asian
1%
6%
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Hispanic
19%
46%
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White
73%
26%
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Two or more races
7%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.43
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(22-23)
16.8%
38.5%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
81%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinon Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Pinon Hills Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Pinon Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Pinon Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacks Valley Elementary School, Minden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pinon Hills Elementary School?
256 students attend Pinon Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pinon Hills Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinon Hills Elementary School?
Pinon Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinon Hills Elementary School offer ?
Pinon Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinon Hills Elementary School part of?
Pinon Hills Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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