District Overview
Situated in Nevada's capital, the Carson City School District operates as an active, comprehensive public school system serving a vibrant small-city community. Centered at 1402 West King Street in Carson City, the traditional public district encompasses 10 operational schools that accommodate a complete range of academic levels from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as specialized adult education and ungraded learning programs. Families, students, and educational researchers will find a well-established system structured to guide children seamlessly from early childhood development through high school graduation.

The district educates a student body of 7,459 pupils, showcasing a rich multicultural demographic comprised largely of Hispanic and White students, alongside multi-racial, Native American, Asian, Black, and Pacific Islander learners. To ensure these students receive consistent academic instruction and holistic care, the district maintains a dedicated workforce totaling more than 1,440 full-time equivalent staff members. This operational context is anchored by over 615 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, nearly 120 instructional aides, and more than 700 support personnel, creating a well-resourced learning environment tailored to foster academic achievement and strong community connections.
10
Total Schools
7,459
Total Students
615.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carson City
Demographic Student Count
White3,137
Hispanic3,643
Black47
Asian117
Two or More349
American Indian141
Pacific Islander22
  • Hispanic
    3,643 (48.9%)
  • White
    3,137 (42.1%)
  • Two or More
    349 (4.7%)
  • American Indian
    141 (1.9%)
  • Asian
    117 (1.6%)
  • Black
    47 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    22 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Carson City
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary7
Middle2
High1
Other4
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:1 Charter School
Number of schools:10
Students:7,459*
Teachers (FTE):615.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:12.1
Schools in Carson City
Found 14 Schools
Charter School 279 Students
Elementary School K - 6th