White Pine County Schools & Education
White Pine County, Nevada
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
33/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.9%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,463
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,153
School Score
33/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#10
of 17 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: White Pine County
School Verdict
White Pine County faces educational challenges with a school score of 33/100 and a graduation rate of 82.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,463 per pupil, White Pine County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for White Pine County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 24% below the Nevada average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 8% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in White Pine County, Nevada
A Small-Scale Educational Infrastructure
White Pine County maintains a compact education system consisting of 11 public schools that serve 1,498 students across a single school district. The landscape includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools, providing a focused academic pathway for local families.
Graduation Rates and Investment Levels
The county reports an 82% graduation rate, which trails the Nevada state average of 84.9% and the national benchmark of 87%. Although the per-pupil expenditure of $7,463 is lower than the state's $8,153 average, the county's overall school score of 50.3 remains slightly above the national median.
White Pine County School District Profile
The White Pine County School District is the primary provider, managing 10 schools and 1,322 students. One charter school, Learning Bridge, serves 176 students and represents approximately 9.1% of the total school options available in the county.
Intimate Classrooms in Town and Rural Settings
With an average school size of just 136 students, White Pine offers an exceptionally intimate learning environment across its six town and five rural schools. David E Norman Elementary is the largest campus with 395 students, while McGill Elementary provides a smaller setting for 119 pupils.
Finding a Home in a Tight-Knit Community
Families seeking small-town school environments will find White Pine County’s low student-to-teacher ratios a compelling reason to explore local real estate. As you research homes in the area, consider how these smaller, community-centered schools can benefit your children's educational experience.
School Overview
Total Schools
11
in White Pine County
Total Enrollment
1,498
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
1
9% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in White Pine County
WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
11 Public Schools in White Pine County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David E Norman Elementary | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 395 |
| White Pine High School | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | High | 379 |
| White Pine Middle School | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–8 | Middle | 245 |
| Learning Bridge | STATE-SPONSORED CHARTER SCHOOLS | KG–8 | Charter | 176 |
| McGill Elementary | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 119 |
| Lund Elementary | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 56 |
| Lund High School | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–12 | High | 54 |
| Steptoe Valley High School | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | Alternative | 31 |
| Baker Elementary | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 3–6 | Primary | 15 |
| Steptoe Valley Adult High School | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | UG | Alternative | 15 |
| Early Childhood | WHITE PINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK | Special Education | 13 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,463
State avg $8,153
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in White Pine County, Nevada — FAQ
What does the school system look like in White Pine County, Nevada?
White Pine County maintains a compact education system consisting of 11 public schools that serve 1,498 students across a single school district. The landscape includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools, providing a focused academic pathway for local families.
How do schools in White Pine County perform academically?
The county reports an 82% graduation rate, which trails the Nevada state average of 84.9% and the national benchmark of 87%. Although the per-pupil expenditure of $7,463 is lower than the state's $8,153 average, the county's overall school score of 50.3 remains slightly above the national median.
What are the major school districts in White Pine County, Nevada?
The White Pine County School District is the primary provider, managing 10 schools and 1,322 students. One charter school, Learning Bridge, serves 176 students and represents approximately 9.1% of the total school options available in the county.
What is the school experience like in White Pine County?
With an average school size of just 136 students, White Pine offers an exceptionally intimate learning environment across its six town and five rural schools. David E Norman Elementary is the largest campus with 395 students, while McGill Elementary provides a smaller setting for 119 pupils.
How can I find homes near good schools in White Pine County, Nevada?
Families seeking small-town school environments will find White Pine County’s low student-to-teacher ratios a compelling reason to explore local real estate. As you research homes in the area, consider how these smaller, community-centered schools can benefit your children's educational experience.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.