High Schools in Elko

The Elko region of Nevada is home to 8 high schools that vary greatly in size, student demographics, and academic performance. While the schools face diverse challenges, a few standouts emerge based on the available data.

Carlin High School, a small school with just 97 students, boasts the highest science proficiency rates in the region, with 34.5% of students scoring proficient or better on the EOC Science Exam, significantly outpacing the Elko district and state averages. Similarly, Wells High School, with a low student-teacher ratio of 6.5, has the highest English proficiency rate on the ACT exam at 40%, compared to the district's 38.1% and the state's 45.9%.

The data also reveals stark contrasts in school sizes, with Jackpot High School serving just 43 students and Elko High School serving 1,424 students. The smaller schools, such as Jackpot High School and Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy, tend to have the highest per-student spending and often outperform their larger counterparts, suggesting a potential link between funding and student outcomes.