North Valleys High School is located in north Reno, Nevada. NVHS belongs to the Washoe County School District. It was built in 2001 and currently has a student body of roughly 2,250 students. North Valleys competes in the Northern Nevada 3A Region for athletics.
Serving 2,302 students in grades 9-12, North Valleys 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 11% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 2,302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Valleys High School's student population of 2,302 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Black, Silver
School Motto
Learning Today For Tomorrow
School Rankings
North Valleys 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 North Valleys High School is 0.63, 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
#605 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
51%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
34%
27%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Valleys High School's ranking?
North Valleys High School is ranked #605 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are North Valleys High School often compared to?
North Valleys High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Springs High School, Edward C. Reed High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Valleys High School?
The graduation rate of North Valleys High School is 82%, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Valleys High School?
2,302 students attend North Valleys High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of North Valleys High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Valleys High School?
North Valleys High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does North Valleys High School offer ?
North Valleys High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Valleys High School part of?
North Valleys High School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is North Valleys High School located?
North Valleys High School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
i think this school is one of the best schools in the whole of united states because they are smart starts studies the very first day of school they compeet agains other school in sports and academics.
my nine months in north valleys high shool was a blessing.philip agbo
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