Serving 1,433 students in grades 7-12, Elko High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elko High School's student population of 1,433 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 675% over five school years.
School Mascot
The Indian
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1895
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Elko High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elko High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#465 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
48%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elko High School's ranking?
Elko High School is ranked #465 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Elko High School often compared to?
Elko High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elko High School?
The graduation rate of Elko High School is 82%, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Elko High School?
1,433 students attend Elko High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Elko High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elko High School?
Elko High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Elko High School offer ?
Elko High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elko High School part of?
Elko High School is part of Elko School District.
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