Serving 454 students in grades 4-5, Numa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Numa Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
SOAR, which stands for Safe School, Outstanding Character, Academic Achievement, and Respect for Self and Others.
School Rankings
Numa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Numa Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#360 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
58%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
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 Numa Elementary School's ranking?
Numa Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Numa Elementary School often compared to?
Numa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E C Best Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Numa Elementary School?
454 students attend Numa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Numa Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Numa Elementary School?
Numa Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Numa Elementary School offer ?
Numa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Numa Elementary School part of?
Numa Elementary School is part of Churchill School District.
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