Serving 6 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Silver Peak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Peak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Silver Peak Elementary School's student population of 6 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Peak Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
26%
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
50%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Esmeralda School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NV state average).
How many students attend Silver Peak Elementary School?
6 students attend Silver Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Silver Peak Elementary School students are White, and 17% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Peak Elementary School?
Silver Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Peak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Peak Elementary School part of?
Silver Peak Elementary School is part of Esmeralda School District.
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