Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, West Wendover 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Wendover High School serves the eastern part of its school district in West Wendover, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 3,457.2 square miles, with typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the zone edge averaging 43.6 miles, while some areas extend up to 88.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Wendover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Wendover High School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
West Wendover 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 West Wendover High School is 0.33, 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
#664 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 29-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
80%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
White
17%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Wendover High School's ranking?
West Wendover High School is ranked #664 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are West Wendover High School often compared to?
West Wendover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlin High School, Owyhee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Wendover High School?
The graduation rate of West Wendover High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend West Wendover High School?
298 students attend West Wendover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Wendover High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Wendover High School?
West Wendover High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Wendover High School offer ?
West Wendover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Wendover High School part of?
West Wendover High School is part of Elko School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The quality of academic programs are bad. The availability of extra currucular activities are bad. The principal Grace Hess does not know how to disipline those kids right. they need cops in the school ....yes thats how bad it is.
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