Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ruby Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruby Valley Elementary School serves the southern part of Ruby Valley, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 864.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 42.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruby Valley Elementary School's student population of 6 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Grow here. Go anywhere.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ruby Valley Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1998–2020. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
27%
79%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Ruby Valley Elementary School?
6 students attend Ruby Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ruby Valley Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruby Valley Elementary School?
Ruby Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruby Valley Elementary School offer ?
Ruby Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruby Valley Elementary School part of?
Ruby Valley Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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