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Best Schools in Nixon, Nevada

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Median household income: $65,833
Median home value: $53,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Nixon compares

Median household income

$66k

84% of Nevada median

About Schools in Nixon, Nevada

Nixon, Nevada is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

Nixon is served by 1 school district: Pyramid Lake High School. These districts collectively serve 138 students.

Nixon's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,833. The poverty rate in the area is 48.4%.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Pyramid Lake High School 138 students · 6th–12th	138	6th–12th	—

Schools in Nixon

Nixon, Nevada · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,833

Median Home Value

$53,800

Median Rent

$550/mo

Population

368

College Educated

Homeownership

77%

Poverty Rate

48.4%

Community Profile

Nixon has a median household income of $65,833. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $53,800, with a median rent of $550/month. The area has a poverty rate of 48.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Nevada
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: Pending

Resources

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School District

Pyramid Lake High School

1 school · 138 students

Nearby Cities

Silver Springs (4 schools)

30 mi

Sun Valley (1 school)

25 mi

Reno (82 schools)

32 mi

Other Major Cities in Nevada

Top metros statewide by school count.

Las Vegas 360 schools Henderson 68 schools N. Las Vegas 44 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Nixon, Nevada

How many schools are in Nixon, Nevada?

Nixon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

How many school districts serve Nixon, Nevada?

Nixon is served by 1 school district: Pyramid Lake High School.

What is the education level in Nixon, Nevada?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Nixon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Nixon, Nevada?

The median household income in Nixon is approximately $65,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Nixon, Nevada?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Nixon is 17.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Nixon, Nevada?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.