Serving 310 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 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- 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%)
- 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 310 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 350% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
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 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
18%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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 82%.
How many students attend West Wendover High School?
310 students attend West Wendover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Wendover High School students are Hispanic, 18% 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 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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 9/26/2007
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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