Elko High School is a public secondary school in Elko, Nevada, in the United States. It is part of the Elko County School District. The school's mascot is the Indian and its colors are maroon and white. Its marching band, the Elko High School Marching Band, is known as the "Pride of Nevada."
Serving 1,407 students in grades 9-12, 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (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 1,407 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Elko High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
48%
26%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elko High School's ranking?
Elko High School is ranked #441 out of 684 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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 85%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Elko High School?
1,407 students attend Elko High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Elko High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elko High School offer ?
Elko High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (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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