Elementary Schools in Humboldt

The Humboldt school district in Nevada is home to 8 elementary schools that serve a range of grade levels, from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. These schools vary significantly in size, with student populations ranging from just 6 students at the smallest school to 474 students at the largest. While the schools share a common district, their performance and characteristics differ notably.

One standout school is Sonoma Heights Elementary, which consistently outperforms the district and state averages in both math and reading proficiency across all grades. This school has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past 3 years, placing it in the top 35% of Nevada elementary schools. In contrast, the other schools in the district generally struggle, with most scoring below the state averages in academic performance. This suggests potential equity and resource allocation issues within the Humboldt district.

The smaller, more rural schools, such as Orovada School and Paradise Valley School, have exceptional reading proficiency rates, with 60% and 73.7% of students scoring proficient or better, respectively, compared to the district average of 35.1% and the state average of 41.3%. However, these schools also have very high per-student spending, which raises questions about the relationship between school size, resources, and student outcomes. Additionally, the overwhelming majority of students in these schools come from low-income families, with most schools having 100% free/reduced lunch eligibility, which likely presents significant challenges for these schools and their students.