Amargosa Valley Elementary School

School Overview
Amargosa Valley Elementary School is a rural public school located in the high desert community of Amargosa Valley, Nevada, and serves as a vital educational hub within the Nye County School District. As a small, community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing fundamental academic instruction to its students while fostering a supportive environment that reflects the close-knit nature of the surrounding agricultural and rural region. Its remote location emphasizes the school's role as a central resource for local families, helping students build foundational skills in a setting that values personal attention and community engagement.

The school operates under the umbrella of the Nye County School District, adhering to state curriculum standards while balancing the unique needs of a smaller student population. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and student development, Amargosa Valley Elementary aims to prepare its pupils for the transition to middle and high school levels. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school calendar, academic programs, or administrative contact details, the district’s official website serves as the primary portal for ongoing communication and institutional updates.
109
Total Students
7.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Amargosa Valley Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White19
Hispanic88
Black2
  • Hispanic
    88 (80.7%)
  • White
    19 (17.4%)
  • Black
    2 (1.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Nye
Phone: (775)372-5324
Website: http://amargosa.nye.k12.nv.us/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 109
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 109
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 15
Kindergarten 17
Grade 1 12
Grade 2 15
Grade 3 15
Grade 4 19
Grade 5 16

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Amargosa Valley Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten15
Kindergarten17
Grade 112
Grade 215
Grade 315
Grade 419
Grade 516
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Amargosa Valley Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female5348.6%
Male5651.4%