North Valleys High School

1470 East Golden Valley Road
Reno, NV 89506
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,441 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 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,441 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : 82% (Btm 50% in NV)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

North Valleys High School's student population of 2,441 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,441 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
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School Rankings

North Valleys High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#460 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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16%
26%
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32%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
46%
44%
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Black
3%
12%
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White
38%
29%
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Hawaiian
3%
2%
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Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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82%
80%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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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 #460 out of 684 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Valleys High School?
The graduation rate of North Valleys High School is 82%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend North Valleys High School?
2,441 students attend North Valleys High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Valleys High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,441 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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