Serving 102 students in grades 9-12, Wells High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wells High School's student population of 102 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wells 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
57%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wells High School?
The graduation rate of Wells High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Wells High School?
102 students attend Wells High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wells High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Wells High School offer ?
Wells High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wells High School part of?
Wells High School is part of Elko County School District.
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