Serving 465 students in grades 2-3, E C Best Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E C Best Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
E C Best Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
E C Best Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E C Best Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#266 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
57%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 E C Best Elementary School's ranking?
E C Best Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are E C Best Elementary School often compared to?
E C Best Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Numa Elementary School, Oasis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend E C Best Elementary School?
465 students attend E C Best Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of E C Best Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of E C Best Elementary School?
E C Best Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does E C Best Elementary School offer ?
E C Best Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E C Best Elementary School part of?
E C Best Elementary School is part of Churchill School District.
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