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
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.
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
What school district is Van Gorder Elementary School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 558 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 33%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
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
Related School Videos
2:06
2:15
3:15
Related School News
Camacho, a fifth-grade teacher at Van Gorder Elementary School in Sparks, is a Type 1 diabetic ...
Monday, June 11 marked the last day of school for students across Washoe County. News 4 caught up with some kids at Van Gorder ...
Now we share the story of a teacher from Van Gorder Elementary School in Sparks who was an organ recipient. Being a teacher is more ...
