Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Smith Valley Schools 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Valley Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Smith Valley Schools's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Smith Valley Schools 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 Smith Valley Schools is 0.29, 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
#280 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 is Smith Valley Schools's ranking?
Smith Valley Schools is ranked #280 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Smith Valley Schools often compared to?
Smith Valley Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Yerington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smith Valley Schools?
The graduation rate of Smith Valley Schools is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Smith Valley Schools?
189 students attend Smith Valley Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Smith Valley Schools students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Valley Schools?
Smith Valley Schools has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Smith Valley Schools offer ?
Smith Valley Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Valley Schools part of?
Smith Valley Schools is part of Lyon School District.
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