Serving 1,321 students in grades 9-12, Fernley 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 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernley High School's student population of 1,321 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student… Every Classroom… Every Day
School Rankings
Fernley 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 Fernley High School is 0.61, 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
#471 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
29%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
55%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
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 Fernley High School's ranking?
Fernley High School is ranked #471 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Fernley High School often compared to?
Fernley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Stage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fernley High School?
The graduation rate of Fernley High School is 88%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Fernley High School?
1,321 students attend Fernley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Fernley High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernley High School?
Fernley High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Fernley High School offer ?
Fernley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernley High School part of?
Fernley High School is part of Lyon School District.
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