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Steptoe Valley High School
High School · White Pine County School District
700 Aultman Street, Ely, NV 89301
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Steptoe Valley High School
Steptoe Valley High School is a public high school in Ely, NV, part of the White Pine County School District. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math and 28% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,695, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Steptoe Valley High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Steptoe Valley High School is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Address
- 700 Aultman Street, Ely, NV 89301
- Website
- whitepine.k12.nv.us
- Phone
- (775) 289-2999
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
700 Aultman Street, Ely, NV 89301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steptoe Valley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lund High School (rated 6.8/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Lund). Additionally, White Pine High School (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Ely, see our Ely schools guide .
Nearby Schools
9 within 27.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Steptoe Valley Adult High School Ely | 0.0 mi | — |
| White Pine Middle School Ely | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| White Pine High School Ely | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Early Childhood Ely | 1.4 mi | — |
| David E Norman Elementary Ely | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Learning Bridge Ely | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| McGill Elementary Mcgill | 11.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Lund High School Lund | 27.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lund Elementary Lund | 27.3 mi | 8.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Steptoe Valley High School has a median household income of $74,695. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,100, with a median rent of $854/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steptoe Valley High School
What grades does Steptoe Valley High School serve?
Steptoe Valley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Steptoe Valley High School?
Steptoe Valley High School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steptoe Valley High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Steptoe Valley High School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Steptoe Valley High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Steptoe Valley High School has 17.5% math proficiency and 27.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Steptoe Valley High School a charter school?
No, Steptoe Valley High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steptoe Valley High School a Title I school?
No, Steptoe Valley High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steptoe Valley High School?
100.0% of students at Steptoe Valley High School 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
- County Safety
- Elevated (734/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- White Pine County
- Phone
- (775) 289-2999
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
White Pine County School District- District Enrollment
- 1,290
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,685
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