Serving 41 students in grades 7-8, Owyhee 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% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owyhee Junior High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Owyhee, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,679.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 53.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owyhee Jr High School's student population of 41 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed!
School Rankings
Owyhee 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 Owyhee Jr High School is 0.22, 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
#660 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
American Indian
88%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
46%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owyhee Jr High School's ranking?
Owyhee Jr High School is ranked #660 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Owyhee Jr High School?
41 students attend Owyhee Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Owyhee Jr High School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Owyhee Jr High School offer ?
Owyhee Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owyhee Jr High School part of?
Owyhee Jr High School is part of Elko School District.
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