For the 2025-26 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,018 students in 89801, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89801, NV are Elko Institute For Academic Achievement, Independence High School and Northside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89801 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89801, NV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89801, NV 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elko Institute For Academic Achievement
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1031 Railroad St Ste 107
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3422
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3422
Gr: K-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Youth Center Rd
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5907
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5907
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1645 Sewell Drive
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7255
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7255
Gr: PK-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3300 Argent Avenue
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-1844
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-1844
Gr: K-4 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Grammar School 2
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1055 7th Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7161
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7161
Gr: PK-4 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Flagview Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
777 Country Club Dr
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7236
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7236
Gr: 5-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Adobe Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3375 Jennings Way
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3375
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3375
Gr: 7-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
Elko High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
987 College Avenue
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7281
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-7281
Gr: 7-12 | 1,433 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #99.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 South 9th Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3731
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-3731
Gr: PK-4 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1010.
Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 Elm Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Gr: K-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Adult Education
Alternative School
850 Elm Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 753-2233
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 753-2233
Gr: Inquire with school Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood
Special Education School
850 Elm Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Gr: PK | 7 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Gbc
Special Education School
850 Elm Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 738-5196
Gr: PK-K
89801, Nevada 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Juvenile Detention (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
665 West Silve Street
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 777-1753
Elko, NV 89801
(775) 777-1753
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89801, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89801, NV include Elko Institute For Academic Achievement, Independence High School and Northside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89801?
13 public schools are located in 89801.
What is the racial composition of students in 89801?
89801 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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