Welcome to St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy. Our long-range goal is to maximize your child`s learning potential through a focused Christian faith-based education.
Our program will offer the gift of knowledge through a spiritual path of principles, doctrine, and lifestyle.
We accept new students at any time of the school year. We have partial and full scholarships available so that the quality education we offer can be available to all qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-9
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 2 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
any mild learning differences not requiring an IOP
Year Founded
2016
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
2 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Tuition Notes
We have partial and full scholarships available, and otherwise qualified students are not turned away because of inability to pay tuition.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Janet (Barbara) Cummings
Admissions Associate
Jennifer Shlicoff-Holsworth
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Greek Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Literature Club, Music, Music Lessons (piano, voice, choir), Piano Lessons, Voice Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equine Program, Fencing lessons, Physical Education
Chess Club, Greek Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Literature Club, Music, Music Lessons (piano, voice, choir), Piano Lessons, Voice Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equine Program, Fencing lessons, Physical Education
School Notes
- Welcome to St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy, a private Christian school in Reno, Nevada. It is with great joy that I announce the establishment of our new educational Academy for kindergarten through twelfth grade.
- Our long-range goal is to maximize your child`s learning potential through a focused Christian faith-based education. Our program will offer the gift of knowledge through a spiritual path of principles, doctrine, and lifestyle. Children will receive a high-quality education in the love and warmth of an Orthodox Christian environment. The Academy will provide a mosaic of traditional skills to develop your child`s interest in learning and advancement in faith and education. The Academy is dedicated to giving your child the best that our well-qualified staff has to offer.
- At St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy, your child will be given individualized attention customized to fit his or her needs. He/she will experience academic achievement through the most innovative learning techniques available for today`s classroom. We offer a fertile environment to plant the seeds of educational and spiritual development, thereby opening doors for the future and giving children and families a better tomorrow. We invite you to visit our campus, nestled on a safe and beautiful 14-acre campus just south of Reno. We look forward to seeing you and your families soon.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy cost?
St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy offer?
St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Equestrian, Fencing, Flag Football, Football, Indoor Soccer, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy?
The application deadline for St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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