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Hugh Gallagher Elementary School

191 South D Street, Virginia City, NV 89440, United States

+1 (775) 847-0977

4.2

Overall Rating

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Hugh Gallagher Elementary School Overview

About This School

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is a public elementary in Virginia City, Nevada, serving 118 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 37% in ELA and 47% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 7 teachers on staff, while the counselor ratio stands at 53:1. Average teacher salaries are $22,550. The student body at Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is 54% female and 46% male. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 80% White, 9% Hispanic, and 8% Two or More Races.

118

Total Students

PK-5

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

7 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%

Mathematics47%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Storey County

Students per Counselor

53:1

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 51%State Avg: 42%

47%

Mathematics

City Avg: 38%State Avg: 30%

N/A

Science

Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 14.3:1

State Avg: 27.7:1

Students per Counselor

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$22,550

City Avg: $22,550

State Avg: $67,306

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor53:1

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

45.76%

Male

54.24%

Female

Total Enrollment: 118 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White79.66%

Hispanic9.32%

Asian0%

Black0%

Two or More Races7.63%

Native American3.39%

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Hugh Gallagher Elementary School

Q: What is Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

A: Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is a elementary public located in Virginia City.

Q: How many students attend Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

A: Hugh Gallagher Elementary School has approximately 118 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Hugh Gallagher Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Hugh Gallagher Elementary School - Virginia City, NV

Quick Facts about Hugh Gallagher Elementary School
School Name	Hugh Gallagher Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	191 South D Street, Virginia City, NV 89440, Virginia City, NV
County	Storey County
Phone	+1 (775) 847-0977
Total Students	118
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	7
Rating	4.2/10
ELA Proficiency	37%
Math Proficiency	47%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hugh Gallagher Elementary School

What is Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is a elementary public located in Virginia City.

How many students attend Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

Hugh Gallagher Elementary School has approximately 118 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hugh Gallagher Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hugh Gallagher Elementary School is 16:1.

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