Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Caliente Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caliente Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Caliente Elementary School's student population of 82 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Caliente Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caliente Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#70 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caliente Elementary School's ranking?
Caliente Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Caliente Elementary School?
82 students attend Caliente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Caliente Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caliente Elementary School?
Caliente Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Caliente Elementary School offer ?
Caliente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caliente Elementary School part of?
Caliente Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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