Serving 15 students in grades 7-8, Jackpot Jr High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackpot Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jackpot Jr High School's student population of 15 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackpot Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackpot Jr High School is 0.45, 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
#334 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
33%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackpot Jr High School's ranking?
Jackpot Jr High School is ranked #334 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Jackpot Jr High School?
15 students attend Jackpot Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jackpot Jr High School students are Hispanic, and 33% of students are White.
What grades does Jackpot Jr High School offer ?
Jackpot Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jackpot Jr High School part of?
Jackpot Jr High School is part of Elko County School District.
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