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Empire Elementary School

1260 Monte Rosa Dr.
Carson City, NV 89701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Empire 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 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in NV
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Empire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Empire Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Empire 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 Empire Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#404 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
30%
36%
44%
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
22%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Empire Elementary School's ranking?
Empire Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Empire Elementary School often compared to?
Empire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Empire Elementary School?
434 students attend Empire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Empire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empire Elementary School?
Empire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Empire Elementary School offer ?
Empire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Empire Elementary School part of?
Empire Elementary School is part of Carson City School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I love this school, and I never wanted to leave.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Arieanna williams

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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