Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Reno High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Reno High School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 72.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reno High School's student population of 1,741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,741 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1879
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reno High School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reno High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reno High School's ranking?
Reno High School is ranked #101 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Reno High School?
1,741 students attend Reno High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Reno High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reno High School?
Reno High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reno High School offer ?
Reno High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reno High School part of?
Reno High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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