At a glance
Reported students
1,407
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
66
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nevada high enrollment
68th percentile
Compared with 148 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
153
Elko High School: 1,407 reported students.
State peer staffing position
50th percentile
21.3:1 reported; state peer median 21.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,326
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.5:1
What the reported data says about Elko High School
Elko High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Elko. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Elko. NCES reports 1,407 students for 2024–25.
Among 148 high schools in Nevada with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 334.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 68th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.3:1, close to the Nevada median of 21.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (48.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (42.1%). English learners represent 5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 19 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Elko High School
- 1How do the reported 21.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 66 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 28.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White48.3%
- Hispanic42.1%
- Black0.6%
- Asian1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native5.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial2.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
19 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Elko
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Spring Creek High School
High · Grades 09–12
880 reported students
West Wendover High School
High · Grades 09–12
298 reported students
Carlin High School
High · Grades 09–12
106 reported students
Wells High School
High · Grades 09–12
100 reported students
Owyhee High School
High · Grades 09–12
87 reported students
Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy
High · Grades 09–12
47 reported students
Public schools near Elko High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood GBC Elementary · Elko | PK–KG | 20 | 0.3 mi |
| Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy Other · Elko | KG–12 | 47 | 0.3 mi |
| Grammar School 2 Elementary · Elko | PK–04 | 341 | 0.3 mi |
| Flagview Intermediate School Middle · Elko | 05–06 | 674 | 0.6 mi |
| Independence High School High · Correctional School District | 06–12 | 40 | 3.4 mi |
| Spring Creek High School High · Elko | 09–12 | 880 | 7.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Elko High School
What grades does Elko High School serve?
Elko High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Elko.
How many students attend Elko High School?
Elko High School reported 1,407 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 68th percentile among 148 Nevada high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,326 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Elko High School?
The calculated ratio is 21.3:1, based on 1,407 students and 66 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nevada median for the same school level is 21.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Elko High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Elko High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Elko attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Elko High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
28.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Elko High School in?
Elko High School is part of Elko, based in Elko, NV, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Elko High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Early Childhood GBC (0.3 mi), Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy (0.3 mi), Grammar School 2 (0.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.