Serving 52 students in grades 7-8, Carlin Jr 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlin Junior High School serves the southwest part of Carlin, NV, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 674.9 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 16.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary reaching 38.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlin Jr High School's student population of 52 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Carlin Jr 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 Carlin Jr High School is 0.44, 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
#520 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
15%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
73%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlin Jr High School's ranking?
Carlin Jr High School is ranked #520 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carlin Jr High School?
52 students attend Carlin Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Carlin Jr High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Carlin Jr High School offer ?
Carlin Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlin Jr High School part of?
Carlin Jr High School is part of Elko School District.
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