Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NV School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Challenger School - Desert Hills ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
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School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: By the Strength of Their Own Thinking
- Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
- Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Challenger School - Desert Hills offer a summer program?
Yes, Challenger School - Desert Hills offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Challenger School - Desert Hills's ranking?
Challenger School - Desert Hills ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Desert Hills?
The application deadline for Challenger School - Desert Hills is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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