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Davidson Academy

P.O. Box 9119, Reno, NV, 89507

Top 10% School in Nevada

Ranked 2 of 209 in Nevada

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About Davidson Academy

The Davidson Academy is a premier public school located on the University of Nevada, Reno campus, serving profoundly gifted students in grades 5–12. Recognized as one of the highest-performing schools in the nation, it is the only school in its district. The academy is known as one of the finest schools for its radical acceleration and individualized learning plans, featuring an unrivaled Advanced Placement participation rate of 100%. It maintains an intimate enrollment of about 150 students with an exceptional student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 12:1, and it is one of the

best High School in "Nevada"

.The student population features a 72% total minority enrollment. Davidson Academy reports elite academic data, including a 98% proficiency in both mathematics and reading. Supported by specialized state funding, the school is counted among the most reputed schools for intellectual development. Its primary strengths reside in its collegiate atmosphere and its promise to provide an appropriately challenging education for the most advanced learners, ensuring they reach their full potential within a supportive peer community.

Davidson Academy Contact Information

Address

P.O. Box 9119, Reno, NV, 89507

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Phone

(775) 682-5800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 98%
Reading 98%
State average proficiency is 98% in Math and 98% in Reading.
12
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
171
Total Students
$61320
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Davidson Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 28.07%
Asian 51.46%
Hispanic 2.92%
Black 1.17%
Two+ Races 14.62%
Native Am. 0%
White
28.07%
Asian
51.46%
Hispanic
2.92%
Black
1.17%
Two+ Races
14.62%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 171
36.84%
63 Female
63.16%
108 Male

Student Population

171 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

57 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Davidson Academy is still working on its personalized learning plans, which let students go through college-level material at a speed that works for their own academic needs. One of the school's recent projects is to make more collaborative research labs, where students can work on advanced math and science projects. The academy has also strengthened its partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno, giving students more access to university-level seminars and lab resources.

FAQ

Q1. Do teachers want students to take advanced classes?

Ans. Yes, of course! Advanced classes push students and help them do better in school.

Q2. Are there programs that help people become better leaders?

Ans. Yes, students can learn how to be leaders by joining student groups, working on group projects, and mentoring other students.

Q3. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Davidson Academy lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q4. Does Davidson Academy offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Davidson Academy gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Q5. Are students allowed to join clubs and activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, clubs, sports, and student groups help people learn how to be social and lead.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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