At a glance
Reported students
1,741
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
69.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
25.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nevada high enrollment
73rd percentile
Compared with 148 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
461
Reno High School: 1,741 reported students.
State peer staffing position
79th percentile
25.1:1 reported; state peer median 21.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,943
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.1:1
What the reported data says about Reno High School
Reno High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Reno. It is one of 115 current school records connected to Washoe County. NCES reports 1,741 students for 2024–25.
Among 148 high schools in Nevada with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 334.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 73rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 25.1:1, above the Nevada median of 21.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (55.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.2%). English learners represent 6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Reno High School
- 1How do the reported 25.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 69.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 27.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White55.9%
- Hispanic27.2%
- Black2.7%
- Asian5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.9%
- Multiracial7.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Washoe County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Damonte Ranch High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,738 reported students
Robert McQueen High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,727 reported students
Procter R. Hug High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,008 reported students
Edward C. Reed High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,092 reported students
Spanish Springs High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,131 reported students
Galena High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,345 reported students
Public schools near Reno High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| enCompass Academy High · Charter · Washoe County | 09–12 | 153 | 0.3 mi |
| Innovations High School High · Washoe County | 09–12 | 149 | 0.6 mi |
| Davidson Academy High · Davidson Academy | 06–12 | 169 | 1.6 mi |
| Earl Wooster High School High · Washoe County | 09–12 | 1,338 | 2.6 mi |
| Academy For Career Education High · Charter · Washoe County | 09–12 | 275 | 2.8 mi |
| Debbie Smith CTE Academy High · Washoe County | 09–12 | — | 3.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Reno High School
What grades does Reno High School serve?
Reno High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Washoe County.
How many students attend Reno High School?
Reno High School reported 1,741 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 73rd percentile among 148 Nevada high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,943 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Reno High School?
The calculated ratio is 25.1:1, based on 1,741 students and 69.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nevada median for the same school level is 21.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Reno High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Reno High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Reno High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
27.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Reno High School in?
Reno High School is part of Washoe County, based in Reno, NV, which operates 115 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Reno High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include enCompass Academy (0.3 mi), Innovations High School (0.6 mi), Davidson Academy (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.