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North Valleys High School

1470 EAST GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD, RENO, NV, 89506

Ranked 197 of 209 in Nevada

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About North Valleys High School

North Valleys High School is a comprehensive public high school in Reno, Nevada, serving students in grades 9–12. As a key campus within the Washoe County School District, it supports an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 21:1. The school is recognized as a top school for its specialized signature academies, including Business and Center for Agricultural Science and Engineering (CASE). Students have ample opportunity for Advanced Placement coursework, maintaining a 35% AP participation rate, and it is one of the

best High School in "Nevada"

.The student body is diverse, with a 66% total minority enrollment and 35% of students identified as economically disadvantaged. North Valleys High School reports a mathematics proficiency of 11% and a reading proficiency of 30%. Supported by district funding of approximately $10,131 per pupil, the school is known as one of the reputed schools in the region. Its strengths reside in its vocational integration and its commitment to providing a supportive school environment that prepares students for both collegiate and technical success.

North Valleys High School Contact Information

Address

1470 EAST GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD, RENO, NV, 89506

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Phone

(775) 677-5499

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 11%
Reading 30%
State average proficiency is 11% in Math and 30% in Reading.
100
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2302
Total Students
$61320
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 197 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at North Valleys High School

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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
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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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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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:26 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 34.27%
Asian 3.17%
Hispanic 50.96%
Black 2.78%
Two+ Races 5.21%
Native Am. 0.83%
White
34.27%
Asian
3.17%
Hispanic
50.96%
Black
2.78%
Two+ Races
5.21%
Native Am.
0.83%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 2302
47.78%
1100 Female
52.17%
1201 Male

Student Population

2302 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

328 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, North Valleys High School added new greenhouse technology to its Center for Agricultural Science and Engineering to help with hands-on plant research. The school's athletic department is also using a newly remodeled weight room to help its sports teams get in better shape. The campus has also started a new peer tutoring program run by students that helps other students with core science and math subjects after school.

FAQ

Q1. Does North Valleys High School teach useful skills for jobs?

Ans. Yes, students in technical and vocational programs get real-world experience that helps them get ready for the job market.

Q2. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

Ans. Bus service is available depending on the district's eligibility zones.

Q3. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, of course! Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Q4. What kind of atmosphere does North Valleys High School have?

Ans. North Valleys High School has a structured and supportive environment that puts a lot of emphasis on academics, personal growth, and getting students involved.

Q5. Are there any activities at the school that don't happen during school hours?

Ans. Students can have more fun at school if they play sports, do arts and crafts, join clubs, or do things that get them involved in the community.

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

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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