Serving 6 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Silver Peak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Peak Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 3,589 square miles in Silverpeak, NV. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 60 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Peak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Peak Elementary School's student population of 6 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Peak Elementary School is 0.29, 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)
≥50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
1%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
81%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Silver Peak Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Peak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tonopah Elementary School, Goldfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NV state average).
How many students attend Silver Peak Elementary School?
6 students attend Silver Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Silver Peak Elementary School students are White, and 17% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Peak Elementary School?
Silver Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Peak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Peak Elementary School part of?
Silver Peak Elementary School is part of Esmeralda School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is great! The small amount of students allows for a lot of one-on-one interaction and also allows the teachers to watch the students more carefully so they know if they need to be challenged more or worked with more.
5 10/10/2025
This school is a great school. The teachers really care about the kids and the kids get one on one attention here.
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