For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 295 students in Wells, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in Wells, NV are Wells Elementary School, Wells Jr High School and Wells High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wells, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Wells have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wells, NV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wells Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1378 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3837
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3837
Gr: K-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Wells Jr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1129 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Gr: 7-8 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Wells High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1129 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wells, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in Wells, NV include Wells Elementary School, Wells Jr High School and Wells High School.
How many public schools are located in Wells?
3 public schools are located in Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Wells?
Wells public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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