A Step Ahead in Fernley, NV, enrolls 154 students in preschool and kindergarten within a nonsectarian early childhood program located in a town setting.
The school serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten, offering foundational early learning opportunities.
The student–teacher ratio is 154:1 with one teacher serving all enrolled students.
Located in a distant town locale, A Step Ahead provides early childhood education in a community–based environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
154 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 33%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Not explicitly mentioned.
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for A Step Ahead?
The application deadline for A Step Ahead is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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