Serving 5 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Independence Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NV)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence Valley Elementary School's student population of 5 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence Valley Elementary School is 0.32, 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)
(21-22)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
20%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
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 (20-21)
69%
71%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Independence Valley Elementary School?
5 students attend Independence Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Independence Valley Elementary School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Independence Valley Elementary School offer ?
Independence Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Valley Elementary School part of?
Independence Valley Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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