Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Steptoe Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steptoe Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Steptoe Valley High School's student population of 34 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Steptoe Valley High School is 0.40, 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)
(18-19)≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
76%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NV state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steptoe Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Steptoe Valley High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Steptoe Valley High School?
34 students attend Steptoe Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Steptoe Valley High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Steptoe Valley High School offer ?
Steptoe Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Steptoe Valley High School part of?
Steptoe Valley High School is part of White Pine County School District.
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