Serving 320 students in grades 5-8, Eleanor Lemaire Junior High 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 11% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School's student population of 320 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High 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 Eleanor Lemaire Junior High 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
#577 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
19:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
56%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School's ranking?
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School is ranked #577 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School?
320 students attend Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School?
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School offer ?
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School part of?
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School is part of Lander School District.
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