Best Schools in Sun Valley, Nevada
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Sun Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Desert Skies Middle School
Middle · Washoe County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$321,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$321,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sun Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Desert Skies Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $74,208
- Median home value
- $321,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sun Valley compares
Median household income
$74k
95% of Nevada median
About Schools in Sun Valley, Nevada
Sun Valley, Nevada is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Sun Valley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sun Valley is Desert Skies Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sun Valley is served by 1 school district: Washoe County. These districts collectively serve 63,777 students.
Sun Valley's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,208. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 918 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
Schools in Sun Valley
Sun Valley, Nevada · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,208
Median Home Value
$321,000
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
23,385
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
Sun Valley has a median household income of $74,208. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $321,000, with a median rent of $1,197/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Sun Valley, Nevada
How many schools are in Sun Valley, Nevada?
Sun Valley has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sun Valley, Nevada?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sun Valley is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sun Valley, Nevada?
The top-ranked school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Desert Skies Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Sun Valley, Nevada?
The top-ranked middle school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Desert Skies Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Sun Valley, Nevada?
Sun Valley is served by 1 school district: Washoe County.
What is the education level in Sun Valley, Nevada?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Sun Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sun Valley, Nevada?
The median household income in Sun Valley is approximately $74,208 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sun Valley, Nevada?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sun Valley is 20.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sun Valley, 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.