Owyhee High School serves 128 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
128 students
Showing 1996–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 1996–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 1996–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
94%
1%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
46%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
81%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Owyhee High School?
128 students attend Owyhee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Owyhee High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 2% 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 17:1.
What grades does Owyhee High School offer ?
Owyhee High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Owyhee High School part of?
Owyhee High School is part of Elko School District.
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