Wells High School is a public school located in Wells, Nevada, United States. It has an enrollment of 118 students in grades 9 through 12. The school primarily serves students from Wells, as well as a number of students from Clover Valley, Metropolis, Montello, Oasis, and Deeth. Wells High School made AYP in 2010.
Serving 54 students in grades 7-8, Wells Jr High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Junior High School serves the eastern part of Wells, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 4,065 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 59.5 miles to the zone's edge and some areas reaching up to 77.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wells Jr High School's student population of 54 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Wells Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Jr High School is 0.58, 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
#336 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Hispanic
39%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
White
52%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Jr High School's ranking?
Wells Jr High School is ranked #336 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Wells Jr High School?
54 students attend Wells Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wells Jr High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Wells Jr High School offer ?
Wells Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Jr High School part of?
Wells Jr High School is part of Elko School District.
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