Battle Mountain High School is a secondary school in Lander County, Nevada. It was built in 1983, and continues to serve as Battle Mountain's primary high school today.
Serving 309 students in grades 9-12, Battle Mountain 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Battle Mountain High School serves the northern part of its district in Battle Mountain, NV, covering an expansive area of approximately 3,955 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 83.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Mountain High School's student population of 309 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Battle Mountain 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 Battle Mountain High School is 0.58, 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
#526 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Longhorn
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Mountain High School's ranking?
Battle Mountain High School is ranked #526 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battle Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Battle Mountain High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Battle Mountain High School?
309 students attend Battle Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Battle Mountain High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Mountain High School?
Battle Mountain High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Battle Mountain High School offer ?
Battle Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Mountain High School part of?
Battle Mountain High School is part of Lander School District.
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