Elko High School vs Galena High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nevada, United States, 378 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elko High School
Elko · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,407 students
Galena High School
Reno · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,345 students
| Measure | Elko High School Elko, Nevada | Galena High School Reno, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 98 | #20 of 98 |
| National rank | #11711 of 16,910 | #6860 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,407 | 1,345 |
| Enrollment | 1,407 | 1,345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.6% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 38% |
| city | Elko | Reno |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Galena High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 37.0).
- •Galena High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 20%).
- •Galena High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Galena High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13% vs 28.6%).
- •Elko High School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 26.4).
- •Elko High School is the larger school with 1,407 students compared with 1,345.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elko High School better than Galena High School?
On the Success Index (US), Galena High School ranks higher (55.7 vs 37.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elko High School and Galena High School?
About 378 km in a straight line, between Elko and Reno in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elko High School: 1,407. Galena High School: 1,345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elko High School and Galena High School rank in Nevada?
Elko High School is 35th of 98 and Galena High School is 20th of 98 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).