Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacks Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacks Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jacks Valley Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Jacks Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacks Valley Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#210 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
33%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
58%
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
35%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacks Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Jacks Valley Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Jacks Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Jacks Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinon Hills Elementary School, Minden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Jacks Valley Elementary School?
330 students attend Jacks Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jacks Valley Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Jacks Valley Elementary School?
Jacks Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Jacks Valley Elementary School offer ?
Jacks Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacks Valley Elementary School part of?
Jacks Valley Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
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