Northern Nevada Teen Challenge

7555 Pyramid Highway
Sparks, NV 89436
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  • All boys school that deals with at-risk males that were into drugs, alcohol, running away, defiance, skipping school, angry and/or poor motivation.
  • The students reside at the school for 12-18 months while learning the skills to become productive members of society.
  • Approved Distance Education satellite location for a local Charter School.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Students: 12 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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School Overview

School TypeAlternative School
Religious AffiliationAssembly of God
Grades OfferedGrades 6-12
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Learning Programs SupportedMild Learning Differences
Year Founded1998

Student Body

Total Students12 students
Student Body TypeAll-boys
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade Northern Nevada Teen Challenge Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size12 students
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress CodeCasual
(Kkaki pants and blue collar shirt)

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$42,000
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Tuition NotesYearly Cost Cost includes 24/7 residential care, room board, 24/7 supervision, schooling, counseling, mentoring, therapy (individual and group), outdoor activities, church.
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions DirectorKelly Rowe
Admissions AssociateJered Rowe

Sports

Total Sports Offered6 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Climbing, Flag Football, Snowboarding, WeightliftingBaseball, Basketball,
Climbing, Flag Football,
Snowboarding, Weightlifting,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.volunteering

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Therapy, Guitar Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:
camping, fishing, hiking, Skateboarding, Snowboarding

School Notes

  • Boys receive one-on-one help throughout the day and the curriculum is designed for those that have fallen behind in school by accomplishing one subject at a time.
  • Individual and Group therapy using CBT
  • Art therapy and guitar lessons offered
  • Camping, Water fun and Outdoor activities during the Summer months

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Quick Stats (2019-20)
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Students: 12 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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