Northern Nevada Teen Challenge
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 (2021)
- Top Ranked NV School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 12 students
- Yearly Tuition: $42,000
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Northern Nevada Teen Challenge places among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Kkaki pants and blue collar shirt)
(Kkaki pants and blue collar shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$42,000
Tuition Notes
Yearly 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 Director
Kelly Rowe
Admissions Associate
Jered Rowe
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
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
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
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Northern Nevada Teen Challenge is Excel Christian School (4.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Imagination Station (2.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Summit Ridge Christian School (2.0 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Summit Ridge Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 88 students 2 miles 7075 Pyramid Hwy
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 424-5437
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 424-5437
2
PK-K
88
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Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 100 students 2.6 miles 751 Los Altos Parkway
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-5678
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-5678
2.6
PK-K
100
Grades: PK-2 | 174 students 2.9 miles 1410 Iratcabal Dr
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-9292
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-9292
2.9
PK-2
174
Pebbles Preschool And Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 180 students 2.9 miles 4950 Vista Blvd
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-8490
Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 626-8490
2.9
PK-K
180
Grades: PK-12 | 303 students 4.5 miles 850 Baring Blvd.
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 356-9995
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 356-9995
4.5
PK-12
303
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