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)
Sierra Nevada High School
About the School
- 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)
School Rankings
Sierra Nevada High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
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 & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & 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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Distance: 12.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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690 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(197) 123-7173
Distance: 12.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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690 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(197) 123-7173
Distance: 12.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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690 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(197) 123-7173
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(775) 682-6847
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(775) 329-5848
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(775) 747-3392
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(775) 424-5437
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Gr: 1-12 | 32 students
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(775) 329-5848
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Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 8
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Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 424-6777
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Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 1
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(775) 356-9995
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(775) 358-0808
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Gr: 6-12 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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690 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(197) 123-7173
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 32 students
Church of Christ
1205 N Mccarran Blvd
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 329-5848
Distance: 8.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 8
All-boys | Alternative School (Assembly of God)
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Sparks, NV 89436
(775) 424-6777
Distance: 8.5 mi
Gr: K-8 | 286 students
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(775) 747-3392
Distance: 10.0 mi
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Gr: K-8 | 34 students
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(775) 322-0714
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
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(775) 682-6847
Distance: 8.5 mi
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(775) 424-5437
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