Serving 1,770 students in grades 9-12, Reno High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reno High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reno High School's student population of 1,770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reno High School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reno High School is 0.60, 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
#66 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
57%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reno High School's ranking?
Reno High School is ranked #66 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Reno High School often compared to?
Reno High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Mcqueen High School, Galena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reno High School?
The graduation rate of Reno High School is 92%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Reno High School?
1,770 students attend Reno High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Reno High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reno High School?
Reno High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Reno High School offer ?
Reno High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reno High School part of?
Reno High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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