Wells Elementary School

ELKO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1378 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
171 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Wells Elementary School, located at 1378 Lake Avenue in Wells, Nevada, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community as part of the Elko County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By providing a foundational curriculum tailored to elementary-aged children, the school aims to prepare its students for future success within the district’s educational framework.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school serves as a central pillar for families in the Wells area, reflecting the values of a close-knit rural community. Through its online presence, the school facilitates communication between educators, parents, and the public, ensuring that stakeholders remain informed about school policies, events, and academic progress. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific programs, calendar, or administrative contact details, the official website at http://www.wells.ecsdnv.net/ serves as the primary resource for the community.
171
Total Students
12.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    83 (48.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    56 (32.7 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (9.4 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (4.7 %)
  • Black
    4 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ELKO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (775)752-3837
Website: http://www.wells.ecsdnv.net/
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 171
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 56
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 10
Grade 1 27
Grade 2 26
Grade 3 26
Grade 4 25
Grade 5 29
Grade 6 28
Gender Ratio