Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amargosa Valley Elementary 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amargosa Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Amargosa Valley Elementary School's student population of 97 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Amargosa Valley Elementary 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 Amargosa Valley Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#332 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
17%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amargosa Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Amargosa Valley Elementary School is ranked #332 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Amargosa Valley Elementary School?
97 students attend Amargosa Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Amargosa Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amargosa Valley Elementary School?
Amargosa Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Amargosa Valley Elementary School offer ?
Amargosa Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amargosa Valley Elementary School part of?
Amargosa Valley Elementary School is part of Nye School District.
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