Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Schurz 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schurz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Schurz Elementary School's student population of 76 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
No'oko numu tunedooe
School Rankings
Schurz 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 Schurz Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#655 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
84%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
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 (18-19)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schurz Elementary School's ranking?
Schurz Elementary School is ranked #655 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Schurz Elementary School?
76 students attend Schurz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Schurz Elementary School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schurz Elementary School?
Schurz Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Schurz Elementary School offer ?
Schurz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schurz Elementary School part of?
Schurz Elementary School is part of Mineral School District.
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