The Damonte Ranch High School opened in the Fall of 2003. Located in the Truckee Meadows, the school is the newest public high school in the Washoe County School District. Located in southeast Reno, the High School is named for the Damonte Ranch development during the rapid expansion of Reno NV.
Serving 1,791 students in grades 9-12, Damonte Ranch High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 1,791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Damonte Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Damonte Ranch High School's student population of 1,791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue, Green
School Rankings
Damonte Ranch High School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Damonte Ranch High School is 0.65, 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
#122 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
39%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
44%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Damonte Ranch High School's ranking?
Damonte Ranch High School is ranked #122 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Damonte Ranch High School often compared to?
Damonte Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galena High School, Robert Mcqueen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Damonte Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Damonte Ranch High School is 86%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Damonte Ranch High School?
1,791 students attend Damonte Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Damonte Ranch High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Damonte Ranch High School?
Damonte Ranch High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Damonte Ranch High School offer ?
Damonte Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Damonte Ranch High School part of?
Damonte Ranch High School is part of Washoe County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/16/2011
DRHS is a quality school in spite of being located in Nevada and Washoe County whose taxpayers notoriously underpay in all vital areas including education. If you are moving to Nevada then this is a safe and functioning school with a history of graduating students who go onto college
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