What types of schools are available in Elko, Nevada?

Elko, Nevada offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Elko, Nevada

Q: How many schools are in Elko, Nevada?

There are 12 schools in Elko, Nevada, serving 4,959 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Elko?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Elko, Nevada, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 12 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

4,959

Total Students

Across Elko

18:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score34%

ELA Assessment Score43%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)5 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,407 students at Elko High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 5:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Elko Institute For Academic Achievement

charter schoolmiddleK-8

905 W Main Street, Elko, NV 89801

Independence High School

publichighGrade 6-12

100 Youth Center Rd, Elko, NV 89801

Independence Valley Elementary School

publicmiddleK-8

1645 Sewell Drive, Elko, NV 89801

Northside Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-4

1645 Sewell Drive, Elko, NV 89801

Mountain View Elementary School

publicelementaryK-4

3300 Argent Avenue, Elko, NV 89801

1055 7Th Street, Elko, NV 89801

Flagview Intermediate School

publicmiddleGrade 5-6

777 Country Club Dr, Elko, NV 89801

987 College Avenue, Elko, NV 89801

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

3375 Jennings Way, Elko, NV 89801

Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy

publichighK-12

850 Elm Street, Elko, NV 89801

Southside Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-4

501 South 9Th Street, Elko, NV 89801

850 Elm Street, Elko, NV 89801

Detailed Overview of Schools in Elko

Elko, Nevada is home to 12 schools serving over 4,959 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Elko, Nevada?

There are 12 schools in Elko, serving 4,959 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Elko?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Elko include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Elko?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Elko is 18:1.

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