Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elko Institute For Academic Achievement ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement's student population of 309 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elko Institute For Academic Achievement is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
32%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
53%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elko Institute For Academic Achievement's ranking?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement is ranked #68 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Elko Institute For Academic Achievement?
309 students attend Elko Institute For Academic Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elko Institute For Academic Achievement students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elko Institute For Academic Achievement?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Elko Institute For Academic Achievement offer ?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elko Institute For Academic Achievement part of?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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