Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, Owyhee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owyhee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Owyhee High School's student population of 89 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 233% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Owyhee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owyhee High School is 0.13, 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
#138 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
19:1
American Indian
93%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
8%
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 Owyhee High School's ranking?
Owyhee High School is ranked #138 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owyhee High School?
The graduation rate of Owyhee High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Owyhee High School?
89 students attend Owyhee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Owyhee High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owyhee High School?
Owyhee High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Owyhee High School offer ?
Owyhee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owyhee High School part of?
Owyhee High School is part of Elko School District.
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