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Eureka County

Nevada · Public K-12

The 3 public K-12 schools in Eureka County cover all standard grade bands (2 elementary and 1 high), with combined enrollment around 310.

7-year change in Eureka County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
310
+19 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
74%
was 80%
% Hispanic
19%
was 10%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
310
NCES CCD
Median income
$70,473
Below Nevada avg
Free/reduced lunch
19.0%
Below Nevada avg
Elementary
2
154 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
156 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Eureka
310 students · 1 district in Eureka County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Eureka County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
84%
Hispanic
5%
Black
0%
Asian
3%
Two or more
8%
Native American
5%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
74%
Hispanic
19%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
3%
Native American
2%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
17.1%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
11.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
0.0%
civilian labor
Median age
51
19.6% under 18

Test scores in Eureka County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Nevada state average: 45.8%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. Eureka Elementary School· 62.0%
  2. Eureka County High School· 56.0%

See all 2 schools in Eureka County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Eureka County High SchoolEurekaHigh07-12156·
Eureka Elementary SchoolEurekaElementaryPK-06122·
Crescent Valley ElementaryCrescent ValleyElementaryPK-0632·

Cities in Eureka County

Eureka2 schoolsCrescent Valley1 school

About Eureka County

Eureka County is a compact Nevada county of about 1,585 residents, home to 3 public schools and roughly 310 students.

Stepping back, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $70,473, roughly 17% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 11% of residents live below the federal poverty line. That income level is 6% lower than the Nevada median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Eureka County is built around 2 elementary schools (154 students), and 1 high school (156).

Eureka is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 310 students across Eureka County.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Eureka County has grew 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 291 students to 310. On the demographic side, Hispanic enrollment moved from 10% to 19% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Eureka County discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Eureka County?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Eureka County, Nevada, with a combined enrollment of about 310.
How many high schools are in Eureka County?
Eureka County, Nevada has 1 public high school, serving approximately 156 students.
How many elementary schools are in Eureka County?
Eureka County, Nevada has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 154 students.
What is the largest school district in Eureka County?
Eureka is the largest school district in Eureka County, serving approximately 310 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Eureka County?
Eureka County has roughly 1,585 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Eureka County?
Median household income in Eureka County is $70,473, below the Nevada average of $75,145. About 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Eureka County?
Approximately 17.1% of adults 25 and older in Eureka County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Eureka County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 19.0% of students in Eureka County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Nevada county average of 72.5%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Eureka County schools?
Across Eureka County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 11.2 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Eureka County?
Eureka County residents are approximately 84% White, 5% Hispanic, 0% Black, 3% Asian, 8% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data