North Valleys High School vs Sun Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nevada, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Valleys High School
Reno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,307 students
Sun Valley Elementary
Sparks · Public elementary · Grades K–5
520 students
| Measure | North Valleys High School Reno, Nevada | Sun Valley Elementary Sparks, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 98 | #375 of 408 |
| National rank | #16069 of 16,910 | #48882 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,307 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 2,307 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| city | Reno | Sparks |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Valleys High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 12.0).
- •Sun Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •North Valleys High School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 29%).
- •Sun Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 25.1).
- •North Valleys High School is the larger school with 2,307 students compared with 520.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Valleys High School better than Sun Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Valleys High School ranks higher (14.9 vs 12.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Valleys High School and Sun Valley Elementary?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Reno and Sparks in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Valleys High School: 2,307. Sun Valley Elementary: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Valleys High School and Sun Valley Elementary rank in Nevada?
North Valleys High School is 74th of 98 and Sun Valley Elementary is 375th of 408 among high schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).