Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Gorder Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Gorder 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
School Overview
Van Gorder Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Van Gorder Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Gorder Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#29 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
20%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
67%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Van Gorder Elementary School's ranking?
Van Gorder Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Van Gorder Elementary School often compared to?
Van Gorder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Springs Elementary School, Brown Elementary School, John Bohach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Van Gorder Elementary School?
558 students attend Van Gorder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Van Gorder Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Gorder Elementary School?
Van Gorder Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Van Gorder Elementary School offer ?
Van Gorder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Gorder Elementary School part of?
Van Gorder Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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