Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcgill 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Mcgill Elementary School's student population of 133 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Imagine it. Plan it. Do it.
School Rankings
Mcgill 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 Mcgill Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#332 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
17%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
74%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 Mcgill Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgill Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mcgill Elementary School?
133 students attend Mcgill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mcgill Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgill Elementary School?
Mcgill Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mcgill Elementary School offer ?
Mcgill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgill Elementary School part of?
Mcgill Elementary School is part of White Pine County School District.
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