Serving 8 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 50%).
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 8:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1% in NV)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ruby Valley Elementary School's student population of 8 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Motto
Grow here. Go anywhere.
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
8 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 8:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Ruby Valley Elementary School offer ?
Ruby Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruby Valley Elementary School part of?
Ruby Valley Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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