Carlin Jr High School

Set in Carlin, Nevada, Carlin Jr High School is a rural-scale middle-grades school, overseen by Elko. It works with 52 students across grades 7 through 8. Compared to the state average of about 767 students per school, that is 93% smaller than typical.

Across the 35 schools in Elko (9,546 students total), Carlin Jr High School accounts for its share of the district's footprint.

For racial and ethnic makeup, Carlin Jr High School reports that the largest single group is White, at 73% of enrollment. The remainder reads as 15% Hispanic, 8% Native American.

On the income-and-resources front, About 100% of enrolled students meet the income threshold for free or reduced-price lunch, a number frequently used as a low-income enrollment indicator. Set against Elko County (around 48%), the school's rate is somewhat above typical.

In the area at large, ACS estimates for Elko County put median household earnings sit near $86,487, about 18% of the adult population holds a bachelor's degree or above, and the poverty rate sits near 6%. Carlin Jr High School is one of 38 public schools in Elko County (combined enrollment of about 9,984 students).

Nearest neighbor: Carlin High School, around 0.0 miles off. Counting just inside five miles, 3 other public schools cluster around Carlin Jr High School.

Geographically, the school is in a low-density area.

Looking at the recent track record. Carlin Jr High School's enrollment has edged down 15% since 2018, when it stood at 61 (now 52). The White share of enrollment decreased from 82% to 73% over that span.

On the community side, recent activity here tends to focus on fundraisers, lost-and-found posts, and report-card season. Contributors range from current parents to recent graduates and teachers.