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 100 students in grades 9-12, Wells High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wells High School's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wells High School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
32%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
58%
26%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopard
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wells High School?
The graduation rate of Wells High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Wells High School?
100 students attend Wells High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wells High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells High School?
Wells High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wells High School offer ?
Wells High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells High School part of?
Wells High School is part of Elko School District.
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