Best Schools in Nixon, Nevada
1 schools · 1 High
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$53,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$53,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
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%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 138 students · 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
7%
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.
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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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nevada Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.