Owyhee High School serves 128 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
19:1
American Indian
94%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Owyhee High School?
128 students attend Owyhee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Owyhee High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owyhee High School?
Owyhee High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Owyhee High School offer ?
Owyhee High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Owyhee High School part of?
Owyhee High School is part of Elko School District.
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