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Northern Nevada Teen Challenge

7555 Pyramid Highway Sparks, NV 89436

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NV School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 4 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $50,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NV School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 4 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $50,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Northern Nevada Teen Challenge ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute
School Resources

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1998
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Putting Hope Within Reach

Student Body

Total Students
4 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 33%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and baby blue collared shirt

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Yearly Cost Cost includes 24/7 residential care, room board, 24/7 supervision, schooling, lab materials, counseling, mentoring, therapy (individual and group), outdoor activities, church.
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Jered Rowe
Admissions Associate
David Gish
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Vocational Trainingvolunteering


Arts and Music Programs:
Art Therapy


Recreational Athletic Programs:
campingfishing
hikingSkateboarding
Snowboarding

School Notes

  • All boys school that deals with at-risk males that were into drugs, alcohol, running away, defiance, skipping school, angry and/or poor motivation.
  • The students reside at the school for 12-18 months while learning the skills to become productive members of society.
  • Approved Distance Education satellite location for a local Washoe County School.
  • Boys receive individualized help throughout the day and the curriculum is designed for those that have fallen behind in school or who want to get ahead in school.
  • Daily physical activity
  • Individual and Group therapy using REBT
  • Weekly animal/pet therapy
  • Various forms of art expression are encouraged to cope with emotional frustrations.
  • Camping, Water fun and Outdoor activities during the Summer months
  • Vocational training program
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northern Nevada Teen Challenge cost?
Northern Nevada Teen Challenge's tuition is approximately $50,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Northern Nevada Teen Challenge?
The acceptance rate of Northern Nevada Teen Challenge is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Northern Nevada Teen Challenge's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Nevada with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Northern Nevada Teen Challenge offer?
Northern Nevada Teen Challenge offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
What is Northern Nevada Teen Challenge's ranking?
Northern Nevada Teen Challenge ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Northern Nevada Teen Challenge?
The application deadline for Northern Nevada Teen Challenge is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Washoe County, NV is $18,993 for elementary schools and $18,883 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washoe County, NV is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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