Serving 11 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 20%).
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 11:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruby Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ruby Valley Elementary School's student population of 11 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruby Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruby Valley Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
28%
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
27%
79%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruby Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Ruby Valley Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
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?
11 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 11:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Ruby Valley Elementary School offer ?
Ruby Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ruby Valley Elementary School part of?
Ruby Valley Elementary School is part of Elko County School District.
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