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Pyramid Lake High School
High School · Pyramid Lake High School
711 State Street, Nixon, NV 89424
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Pyramid Lake High School
High School in Nixon · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pyramid Lake High School
Pyramid Lake High School is a public high school in Nixon, NV, part of Pyramid Lake High School. Pyramid Lake High School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Pyramid Lake High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Pyramid Lake High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at Pyramid Lake High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 138 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Address
- 711 State Street, Nixon, NV 89424
- Website
- plhs.us
- Phone
- (775) 574-1016
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
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How Pyramid Lake High School Compares
See how Pyramid Lake High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
711 State Street, Nixon, NV 89424
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pyramid Lake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SPANISH SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Sparks). Additionally, Fernley High School (rated 4.2/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Fernley). For more schools in Nixon, see our Nixon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NATCHEZ ELEMENTARY Wadsworth | 13.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Fernley Elementary School Fernley | 16.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Fernley Intermediate School Fernley | 16.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Fernley | 17.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Fernley High School Fernley | 18.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lyon County Adult Education Fernley | 18.3 mi | — |
| A STEP AHEAD Fernley | 18.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Silverland Middle School Fernley | 18.6 mi | 5.3 |
| East Valley Elementary School Fernley | 20.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SPANISH SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Sparks | 21.2 mi | 9.0 |
| VAN GORDER ELEMENTARY Sparks | 21.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada Sparks | 21.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ALYCE TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Sparks | 21.6 mi | 7.2 |
| YVONNE SHAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 22.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SPANISH SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 22.6 mi | 4.9 |
| JESSE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 23.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SKY RANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 23.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN BOHACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sparks | 24.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hillside Elementary School Sparks | 26.1 mi | 7.4 |
| BUD BEASLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks | 24.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,833
Median Home Value
$53,800
Median Rent
$550/mo
Population
368
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
77.3%
Poverty Rate
48.4%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pyramid Lake High School
What grades does Pyramid Lake High School serve?
Pyramid Lake High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pyramid Lake High School?
Pyramid Lake High School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pyramid Lake High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pyramid Lake High School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Pyramid Lake High School a charter school?
No, Pyramid Lake High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pyramid Lake High School a Title I school?
No, Pyramid Lake High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pyramid Lake High School?
97.8% of students at Pyramid Lake High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Washoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (775) 574-1016
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