Below Average

#71 of 77 private schools in NV

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School

Elementary School

1125 LANDER ST, Reno, NV 89509

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nevada private schools

#71 of 77

In Reno

#12 of 13

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About Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School is a private elementary school in Reno, NV. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 77 private schools in NV.

How it compares2.2 pts below NV schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
NV avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School compares to 64 public schools serving similar grades in Reno, NV

Student-Teacher Ratio

20.6:1

This School

28.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

362

This School

460

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.7% vs 0%

Asian 3.3% vs 0%

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School Reno Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School (this school)	—	362	20.6:1	4.6
MOUNT ROSE K-8 ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES	0.1 mi	413	20.6:1	9.2
JESSIE BECK ELEMENTARY	0.8 mi	466	18.6:1	8.9
Honors Academy of Literature	0.8 mi	217	21.7:1	7.2
VETERANS MEMORIAL S.T.E.M. ACADEMY	0.9 mi	269	16.8:1	5.7
TURNING POINT	1.1 mi	15	1.4:1	—
HUNTER LAKE ELEMENTARY	1.1 mi	308	22:1	8.7
LIBBY BOOTH ELEMENTARY	1.2 mi	343	17.1:1	5.1
E. OTIS VAUGHN MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.3 mi	572	21.2:1	4.4
ANDERSON ELEMENTARY	1.4 mi	309	15.4:1	5.1
ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	346	15.7:1	4.5
ROGER CORBETT ELEMENTARY	1.7 mi	328	17.3:1	6.6
DARREL SWOPE MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.7 mi	998	27.7:1	7.4
Bailey Charter School	1.7 mi	154	—:1	4.0
Davidson Academy	1.8 mi	171	14.2:1	9.8
ELMCREST ELEMENTARY	1.9 mi	277	13.2:1	7.6
Coral Academy Middle School	2.0 mi	575	575:1	7.1
PEAVINE ELEMENTARY	2.1 mi	344	19.1:1	7.5
Coral Academy Elementary	2.2 mi	443	24.6:1	6.1
GLENN DUNCAN S.T.E.M. ACADEMY	2.2 mi	348	16.6:1	6.0
DOROTHY LEMELSON S.T.E.M. ACADEMY ES	2.3 mi	258	14.3:1	6.4

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NV.

Classroom Attention

C 2.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,134

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 36%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 362

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NV

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 78.5%

Hispanic 9.7%

Two or More 7.7%

Asian 3.3%

Native American 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1125 LANDER ST, Reno, NV 89509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT ROSE K-8 ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES (rated 9.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESSIE BECK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUNTER LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reno, see our Reno schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MOUNT ROSE K-8 ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES Reno	0.1 mi	413	9.2
ST JOHNS CHILDRENS CENTER Reno	0.8 mi	9	—
Honors Academy of Literature Reno	0.8 mi	217	7.2
RENO HIGH SCHOOL Reno	0.7 mi	1,770	6.4
JESSIE BECK ELEMENTARY Reno	0.8 mi	466	8.9
INNOVATIONS HIGH SCHOOL Reno	0.9 mi	122	5.6
VETERANS MEMORIAL S.T.E.M. ACADEMY Reno	0.9 mi	269	5.7
enCompass Academy Reno	0.9 mi	137	4.7
TURNING POINT Reno	1.1 mi	15	—
ANDERSON ELEMENTARY Reno	1.4 mi	309	5.1
HUNTER LAKE ELEMENTARY Reno	1.1 mi	308	8.7
LIBBY BOOTH ELEMENTARY Reno	1.2 mi	343	5.1
E. OTIS VAUGHN MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno	1.3 mi	572	4.4
ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno	1.4 mi	346	4.5
Davidson Academy Reno	1.8 mi	171	9.8
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reno	1.4 mi	333	5.7
Bailey Charter School Reno	1.7 mi	154	4.0
ROGER CORBETT ELEMENTARY Reno	1.7 mi	328	6.6
Coral Academy Middle School Reno	2.0 mi	575	7.1
Coral Academy Elementary Reno	2.2 mi	443	6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,751

Median Home Value

$670,700

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

35,877

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

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Taylor Robert L ES Henderson, NV	447	4.6
ECHO LODER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reno, NV	346	4.5
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Henderson, NV	340	4.5
Battle Born Academy Las Vegas, NV	267	4.4
DONNER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Reno, NV	470	4.4
LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY Sparks, NV	417	4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School

What grades does Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School serve?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School rank in NV?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School ranks #71 of 77 private schools in NV.

What is Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School a religious school?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 79 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 42 Some Transit
Bike Score: 74 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 362
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Washoe County
Phone: (775) 848-5727

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