Silver Peak Elementary School serves 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 39%) for the 2015-16 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 49%) for the 2015-16 school year.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Silver Peak Elementary School's student population of 5 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Peak Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
5 students attend Silver Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Silver Peak Elementary School students are White, and 20% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Silver Peak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Silver Peak Elementary School part of?
Silver Peak Elementary School is part of Esmeralda County School District.
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