Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Steptoe Valley High 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steptoe Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Steptoe Valley High School's student population of 24 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Steptoe Valley High School is 0.56, 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
17%
46%
White
62%
26%
Two or more races
17%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
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).
What is the graduation rate of Steptoe Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Steptoe Valley High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Steptoe Valley High School?
24 students attend Steptoe Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Steptoe Valley High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steptoe Valley High School?
Steptoe Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Steptoe Valley High School offer ?
Steptoe Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steptoe Valley High School part of?
Steptoe Valley High School is part of White Pine County School District.
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