Sierra Nevada High School serves 566 students in grades Nursery/Preschool. The student:teacher of Sierra Nevada High School is 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NV School
- School Type: Vocational/Technical School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sierra Nevada High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
566 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 33%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sara, University of Washington, Renewable Resources and Energy
- Ricky, Solar Landscape Construction, making $65 an hour.
- Kaylyn, Pandora Castleton, Finance and Business.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sierra Nevada High School often compared to?
Sierra Nevada High School is often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Sierra Nevada High School?
Sierra Nevada High School famous alumni include: Sara, University of Washington, Renewable Resources and Energy, Ricky, Solar Landscape Construction, making $65 an hour. and Kaylyn, Pandora Castleton, Finance and Business..
What is Sierra Nevada High School's ranking?
Sierra Nevada High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sierra Nevada High School?
The application deadline for Sierra Nevada High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sierra Nevada High School located?
Sierra Nevada High School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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The nearest preschool is Child & Family Research Center (8.2 miles away)
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(775) 424-6777
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(775) 424-6777
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