Serving 398 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 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- 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 398 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 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 0.57, 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
#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
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
31%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
58%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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 schools are Elko Institute For Academic Achievement often compared to?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievementis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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?
398 students attend Elko Institute For Academic Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Elko Institute For Academic Achievement students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elko Institute For Academic Achievement?
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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.
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