Sage Ridge School is Northern Nevada's only independent, co-educational college preparatory day school for grades 3 through 12.
Sage Ridge School is committed to a traditional college preparatory curriculum for a diverse student body.
The pursuit of excellence in academics, the arts, physical endeavor, and ethical behavior is emphasized in an environment nourished by the dynamic relationship between students and teachers.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NV School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,411
- Acceptance rate: 69%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Alumni Spotlight: E.B. Armstrong '13 - 01/25/2024McKinsey & Company. Harvard Business School. Vanderbilt University. Sage Ridge School. What do all of these things have in common? E.B. Armstrong '13.
- Sage Ridge School Celebrates 25 Years: Community Members Reflect on a Legacy of Academic Excellence - 01/25/2024As Sage Ridge School marks its 25th year, a powerful story emerges-a narrative of evolution, steadfast support, and an unyielding dedication to academic excellence. Former Board President Alan Hoffman talked ...moreabout how his son David Hoffman '05 joined Sage Ridge in 1999 as a seventh-grader, a year after the school opened in 1998. "From there, it was a snowball effect of greatness," Hoffman said. "Best education he could have gotten, hands-down." hide
- Sage Ridge Debate: Cotton '27 Wins Big Questions Event; Zhou '25 3rd in Lincoln-Douglas; Stormo '26, Jensen-Eyekamp '26 3rd in Public Forum - 01/25/2024Eleven Sage Ridge School Debaters did an amazing job at the Hug High School Debate Tournament in December. The Scorpions came away with breaks in all our events, leading to ...morethree third-place finishes and one tournament champion. Great work, everyone! hide
- Sage Ridge First LEGO League Robotics Teams Qualify for State Championship - 01/25/2024Four Sage Ridge School teams competed in the Northern Nevada FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge Qualifier for Washoe County at Mendive High School in Sparks on December 2, 2023. Two ...moreof the four Scorpion teams qualified for the January Northern Nevada FLL State Championship at the University of Nevada, Reno. hide
- Sage Ridge School Unveils Student Activity Center in a Soft Opening with the Scorpion Community - 01/25/2024The new 24,000-square-foot SAC includes a 13,000-square-foot gymnasium with bleacher seating for 875. The facility also features a fitness center, modern locker rooms, an athletic office, a concessions stand, a ...moreconcourse, a trophy case area, and several multipurpose academic and social lounges. hide
- College Corner: How the Film "Barbie" Sheds Light on Cracks in the Facade of Elite College Admissions - 01/25/2024What does it mean to be outstanding, extraordinary, or rare in a post-pandemic-AI era, to stand out as exceptional and worthy of admission to the most prestigious and selective colleges ...morein the country, many of which admit fewer than ten percent of their applicants in pools of tens of thousands of qualified candidates? hide
- Zach Power '25 Earns Spot on USA Swimming Scholastic All-America Team - 01/25/2024Zach Power '25 has earned a spot on the prestigious USA Swimming 2022-2023 Scholastic All-America Team. This achievement marks the second consecutive year that Power has been recognized for his ...moreoutstanding performance in the pool and dedication to his academic pursuits. hide
- Morgan Hayes '26 Places 5th at NIAA State Varsity Golf Tournament - 01/25/2024After coming out of the Regional Championship in first place, Morgan Hayes competed in the NIAA State Golf Tournament at Toiyabe Golf Course. Scoring a two-day total of 202, Morgan ...moreplaced 5th in the 1A Division out of 42 competitors from the Northern Nevada East and West 1A/2A Division-topping her 11th place at the State Tournament last year. We're so proud of Morgan and her incredible season! hide
- NIAA State Academic Team Champions for Fall Season: Sage Ridge Varsity Girls Volleyball & Varsity Boys Soccer - 01/25/2024Sage Ridge Varsity Girls Volleyball and Varsity Boys Soccer teams each placed first in their division, earning the top spot with their commitment to academics, and both teams had the ...morehighest average GPA out of all NIAA divisions (1A-5A) in their sport. hide
- Rhys Ferrito '28 Wins 2nd Place at the MS Cross Country Championship; Phoebe Paton '31 Finishes 7th in Race - 01/25/2024Congratulations to Scorpion Rhys Ferrito '28 on placing second at the 2023 Tah-Neva Middle School Cross Country Championship on Oct. 12 at Kahle Park in Stateline, NV! Rhys finished second ...moreoverall in the league in his last Cross Country race as a Middle Schooler. Phoebe Paton, a 5th-grade Scorpion, finished seventh in her race against 6th- and 7th-grade girls! hide
- Morgan Hayes '26 Wins Varsity Girls Golf Regional Tournament - 01/25/2024Congratulations to Sage Ridge Scorpion Morgan Hayes '26 on winning the Varsity Girls Golf Regional Tournament on Oct. 11 at Eagle Valley Golf Course! Morgan won this tournament with a ...morepersonal record score of 87. hide
- Sage Ridge School Named to AP School Honor Roll Platinum - 01/25/2024In the 2022-2023 school year, Sage Ridge School had 95% of seniors who took at least one AP exam, 89% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least ...moreone AP exam, and 47% of seniors who took five or more AP exams. For the 2022-2023 academic year, Sage Ridge offered 19 AP courses, such as AP Psychology, AP Environmental Science, and AP Computer Science. hide
- Christine Kratzer: A Pillar of Sage Ridge's Community for 25 Years - 09/08/2023When you think of the Sage Ridge School pillar "community," you should think of Ms. Christine Kratzer. The Physical Education (PE) Department Head and PE teacher for Scorpions in grades ...morethird through eighth has been uniting and empowering students through movement since the school's founding 25 years ago. hide
- Ethan Wu '24 Awarded President's Volunteer Service Award - 09/08/2023Wu received a certificate, a medal, and a signed letter from President Biden for completing 285 hours of community service in a year. Most of his volunteer hours were dedicated ...moreto the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Northern Nevada. hide
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Top Rankings
Sage Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1998
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
224 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
68%
Average Class Size
11 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Latin, AP Physics I, AP Precalculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Honors Algebra II, Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, Honors English, Honors Latin, Honors Spanish
Average SAT score
1364
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
33
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki or black pants paired with a burgundy, white or black polo. Blazer and dress shoes on Wednesdays.
Khaki or black pants paired with a burgundy, white or black polo. Blazer and dress shoes on Wednesdays.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,411
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges by grade level, $18,231-$24,411.
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$11,500
Acceptance Rate
69%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Stephany Apollon
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Cooking Club, Film Club, Girls for Women Club, Improv Club, Junior Classical League, Letter for Rose Club, Mock Trial, Robotics Team, Speech and Debate, Sports Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
Art Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Cooking Club, Film Club, Girls for Women Club, Improv Club, Junior Classical League, Letter for Rose Club, Mock Trial, Robotics Team, Speech and Debate, Sports Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
School Notes
- A traditional, core-centered college preparatory curriculum provides an educational choice that challenges students and generates excitement for learning fosters self-discipline while nourishing self-confidence emphasizes and incorporates sound ethical and moral values encourages a sense of social responsibility provides need-based financial assistance for qualified applicants offers a wide range of extra and co-curricular activities
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sage Ridge School cost?
Sage Ridge School's tuition is approximately $24,411 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Sage Ridge School?
The acceptance rate of Sage Ridge School is 69%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Sage Ridge School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Nevada with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Sage Ridge School offer?
Sage Ridge School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Sage Ridge School's ranking?
Sage Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Sage Ridge School?
The application deadline for Sage Ridge School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Sage Ridge School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School for Grades 9-10
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Grades 3-8 and 11 - Early Dismissal
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
First Day Of School
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
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School Reviews
5 3/29/2022
There are a few main drivers for our family choosing Sage Ridge: - As we evaluated the opportunity to move to Northern Nevada, we wanted to ensure our children would thrive in a growth-oriented learning environment. We found Sage Ridge to be unrivaled in the greater Reno area, across many facets as a college preparatory school. Not only is it set apart in this market, but also when comparing it to options in the larger metropolitan market from which we moved (Bay Area, CA), we noticed that Sage Ridge performs just as well or better than the most reputable independent schools in our area there, when we looked at key metrics that are measured, e.g., upper school AP loads and pass rates, college admissions stats, college merit grants and aid offered to seniors, etc.- We saw that the school would provide a learning "home" until college for our two children who have vastly different personalities, strengths, development needs, and interests. Sage Ridge teachers are thoughtful and passionate about cultivating their students' curiosity, honing their critical thinking skills, and providing a safe environment for them to challenge themselves, and learn and grow from their successes and mistakes both academically and socially/emotionally. We as parents have witnessed our children's significant growth in just one year, but what is most heartwarming is that our children themselves have recognized how much they're learning, and have actually thanked us multiple times for moving them to Sage Ridge!- Sage Ridge's ongoing success is tied to its constituency living its Pillars, and Community is an important glue that binds it all. The sense of community that exists at Sage Ridge includes the students who form bonds and go through periods of success and conflict together during their grade's Outdoor Education and other experiences throughout their years at the school. It also importantly includes a talented, thoughtful, engaged, and supportive group of adults - faculty, administration, parents, and the Board of Trustees, who collectively and collaboratively work together on continuously improving various programs and offerings at school. - As parents of a lower and middle schoolers, we envision spending the next decade at Sage Ridge, until our youngest heads to college. We see our family and others as beneficiaries of thoughtful strategic efforts which began before our arrival, to build quality learning environments. This includes the new Student Activity Center that's coming very soon and will continue with further strategic planning and investment in additional facilities such as Performing Arts space and an Innovation Lab area for project and classwork. This will take the school to the next level in providing even higher-quality learning experiences.
5 4/8/2020
My son attended high school here and my daughter is in her junior year. We chose SRS due to the smaller class size and the quality of the teachers. My daughter will gripe sometimes about the school being too small, but then she raves on about her great teachers. Some have PhDs and are true experts in their fields, others are intelligent and passionate about getting these kids ready for college. My son, who thought he was a very average student, was shocked when he arrived to college to discover he was more than prepared and actually took upper level classes in his first year of college. Times are tough right now, but I'm in awe of how much SRS teachers are trying to help students find comfort in their new online classes. I could not have asked for any more. As in any school, there are frustrating moments, thankfully those are far and few between!
5 2/11/2020
My husband and I never really thought a private/independent school was a path we would choose for our kids but we are so happy that we decided to check out Sage Ridge a few years ago. We are now midway through our 4th year at the school with both of our children enrolled in middle school. Our kids are happy, academically challenged, and have found a new group of peers through the theater program. Truth be told, there were a couple of bumpy years with changes in administration and faculty but the 2019-2020 school year has so far been smooth sailing. My kids have found good friends, supportive teachers, and are comfortable being themselves. As a parent I feel heard, and I have found many opportunities to be involved.
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