Galena High School is a public secondary school in Southwest Reno, Nevada that is a part of the Washoe County School District. The school mascot is the Grizzly Bear, and the school's colors are black and gold. Their sports teams are known as the "Galena Grizzlies".
Serving 1,287 students in grades 9-12, Galena High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 29% 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: 1,287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Galena High School's student population of 1,287 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
Galena High School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena High School is 0.47, 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
#156 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
17%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
71%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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: Grizzly Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena High School's ranking?
Galena High School is ranked #156 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Galena High School often compared to?
Galena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damonte Ranch High School, Reno 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 30% NV state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galena High School?
The graduation rate of Galena High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Galena High School?
1,287 students attend Galena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Galena High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galena High School?
Galena High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Galena High School offer ?
Galena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galena High School part of?
Galena High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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