Elkins High School opened in the Fall of 1992. From the beginning it has been a "Castle of Champions". Notable accomplishments include two UIL State Academic Championships, three Baseball state championships, one Softball state championship, and numerous district championships in academics, athletics, and fine arts.
 
In the 1999-2000 school year Elkins became a Texas Recognized School and in 2000-2001 became a Texas Exemplary School. Elkins High School was named a 2001-2002 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

Elkins High School will be a community of actively involved, motivated learners. It will be a school in which every student feels pride, respect, and a sense of belonging. All students will be successful, and all individuals will work together toward a standard of academic excellence.

Elkins High School a supportive learning environment, provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become productive, responsible and successful members of society.

7:22 - Bell for students to go to lockers
7:30 - 8:20 - First Period
8:26 - 9:16 - Second Period
9:22 - 10:16 - Third Period
10:22 - 11:12 - Fourth Period
11:12 - 12:40 - Fifth Period and lunches
12:46 - 1:35 - Sixth Period
1:41 - 2:30 - Seventh Period