Serving 2,432 students in grades 9-12, North Valleys High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Valleys High School's student population of 2,432 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Valleys High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Valleys High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
49%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
35%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Valleys High School's ranking?
North Valleys High School is ranked #610 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Valleys High School?
The graduation rate of North Valleys High School is 79%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Valleys High School?
2,432 students attend North Valleys High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Valleys High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Valleys High School?
North Valleys High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does North Valleys High School offer ?
North Valleys High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Valleys High School part of?
North Valleys High School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is North Valleys High School located?
North Valleys High School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
i think this school is one of the best schools in the whole of united states because they are smart starts studies the very first day of school they compeet agains other school in sports and academics.
my nine months in north valleys high shool was a blessing.philip agbo
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