Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, White Pine Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: White Pine Middle School serves the northwest part of Ely, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of 5,051.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being approximately 61.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 78.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Pine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Pine Middle School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 433% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
White Pine Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Pine Middle School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Pine Middle School's ranking?
White Pine Middle School is ranked #302 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend White Pine Middle School?
233 students attend White Pine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of White Pine Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Pine Middle School?
White Pine Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Pine Middle School offer ?
White Pine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Pine Middle School part of?
White Pine Middle School is part of White Pine County School District.
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