Lander County Schools & Education

Lander County, Nevada

School Score

34/100

Higher = better

Rating

Below Average

Graduation Rate

82.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

82.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 84.9%

Per-Pupil Spending

$7,581

National avg $13,239

State avg $8,153

School Score

34/100

Higher = better

State avg 43/100

State School Rank

#9

of 17 counties (1 = best)

Education Overview

About Schools in Lander County, Nevada

A Concise Network in the Nevada Heart

Lander County maintains a focused education system consisting of five public schools serving 1,059 students. The infrastructure is managed by a single district and includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

Steady Growth Amid Moderate Academic Spending

The county's graduation rate of 82.0% trails the national average of 87.0% but remains competitive within the region. With a school score of 50.6 and per-pupil spending of $7,581, the district focuses on essential services while spending less than the state average of $8,153.

Spotlight on Lander County School District

The Lander County School District oversees all five schools in the area, with no charter options currently available. This centralized management provides a unified educational experience for the county's entire student population.

Diverse Sizes in Town and Rural Settings

Schools here range from the 440-student Battle Mountain Elementary to the tiny Austin Combined Schools, which serves just 11 students. Most facilities are located in town or rural locales, leading to an intimate average school size of 265 students.

Building a Future in Lander County

Families looking for a close-knit school community will find Lander County's small-town campus atmosphere highly appealing. Explore local real estate where short commutes to schools like Eleanor Lemaire Junior High are the standard.

School Overview

Total Schools

5

in Lander County

Total Enrollment

1,059

students

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Type Breakdown

Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other1

1 School District in Lander County

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools
1,059 students enrolled

5 Public Schools in Lander County

Battle Mountain Elementary School

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

PK–4Primary440 students
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

5–8Middle314 students
Battle Mountain High School

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

8–12High294 students
Austin Combined Schools

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

PK–8Primary11 students
Lander County Adult Ed

LANDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

UGAlternative0 students

Educational Attainment

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$7,581

State avg $8,153

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Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Lander County, Nevada — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Lander County, Nevada?

Lander County maintains a focused education system consisting of five public schools serving 1,059 students. The infrastructure is managed by a single district and includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

How do schools in Lander County perform academically?

The county's graduation rate of 82.0% trails the national average of 87.0% but remains competitive within the region. With a school score of 50.6 and per-pupil spending of $7,581, the district focuses on essential services while spending less than the state average of $8,153.

What are the major school districts in Lander County, Nevada?

The Lander County School District oversees all five schools in the area, with no charter options currently available. This centralized management provides a unified educational experience for the county's entire student population.

What is the school experience like in Lander County?

Schools here range from the 440-student Battle Mountain Elementary to the tiny Austin Combined Schools, which serves just 11 students. Most facilities are located in town or rural locales, leading to an intimate average school size of 265 students.

How can I find homes near good schools in Lander County, Nevada?

Families looking for a close-knit school community will find Lander County's small-town campus atmosphere highly appealing. Explore local real estate where short commutes to schools like Eleanor Lemaire Junior High are the standard.

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Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.