Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hafen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (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 17:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hafen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hafen Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hafen 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 Hafen Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
46%
Black
3%
12%
White
45%
26%
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%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hafen Elementary School's ranking?
Hafen Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Hafen Elementary School often compared to?
Hafen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J G Johnson Elementary School, Floyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Hafen Elementary School?
413 students attend Hafen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hafen Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hafen Elementary School?
Hafen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hafen Elementary School offer ?
Hafen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hafen Elementary School part of?
Hafen Elementary School is part of Nye School District.
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