The Gardnerville Elementary School, at 1290 Toler Ave. in Gardnerville, Nevada, is a historic Classical Revival-style school that is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardnerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardnerville Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Gardnerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardnerville Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#183 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
61%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardnerville Elementary School's ranking?
Gardnerville Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Gardnerville Elementary School often compared to?
Gardnerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minden Elementary School, C. C. Meneley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Gardnerville Elementary School?
315 students attend Gardnerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gardnerville Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardnerville Elementary School?
Gardnerville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Gardnerville Elementary School offer ?
Gardnerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardnerville Elementary School part of?
Gardnerville Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
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