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David E Norman Elementary

Elementary School · White Pine County School District

1001 E 11th ST, Ely, NV 89301

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

22.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#368 of 691

In Ely

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

White Pine County School District

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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David E Norman Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Ely · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About David E Norman Elementary

David E Norman Elementary is a public elementary school in Ely, NV, part of White Pine County School District. David E Norman Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. David E Norman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #368 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for David E Norman Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at David E Norman Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

David E Norman Elementary runs 22.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

40% of students at David E Norman Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.7% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,685
Chronic Absenteeism39.5%

David E Norman Elementary — Students at David E Norman Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
23.7%
ELA
23.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How David E Norman Elementary Compares

See how David E Norman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in NV
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

Location

1001 E 11th ST, Ely, NV 89301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David E Norman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lund Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Lund), which scores notably higher. Another option is McGill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mcgill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Learning Bridge (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ely, see our Ely schools guide .

Nearby Schools

9 within 27.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Learning Bridge Ely 0.4 mi 6.8
Early Childhood Ely 0.5 mi
White Pine High School Ely 1.0 mi 5.4
White Pine Middle School Ely 1.3 mi 5.9
Steptoe Valley High School Ely 1.4 mi
Steptoe Valley Adult High School Ely 1.4 mi
McGill Elementary Mcgill 11.1 mi 7.4
Lund High School Lund 27.9 mi 4.5
Lund Elementary Lund 27.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,695

Median Home Value

$199,100

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

6,795

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

74.5%

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David E Norman Elementary

What grades does David E Norman Elementary serve?

David E Norman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend David E Norman Elementary?

David E Norman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David E Norman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at David E Norman Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David E Norman Elementary rank in NV?

David E Norman Elementary ranks #368 of 691 schools in NV.

What is David E Norman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

David E Norman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at David E Norman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David E Norman Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is David E Norman Elementary a charter school?

No, David E Norman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is David E Norman Elementary a Title I school?

No, David E Norman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David E Norman Elementary?

100.0% of students at David E Norman Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
White Pine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

District

White Pine County School District
District Enrollment
1,290
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,685
District Rank
#3 of 6

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