Sage Ridge School

About
About
Founded in 1998, Sage Ridge School believes that future leaders require both superior intellect and character. Now serving grades 3-12, we are passionate about inspiring our future leaders.
Academics
Academics
The cultivation of intellect is the driving force behind all our decisions. Our dedicated faculty ensure that our students demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and academic stamina required of life-long learners and leaders.
Admissions
Admissions
The advantage of Sage Ridge can be glimpsed in the priority we place on keeping class sizes small and facilitating meaningful teacher-student relationships. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivating the attributes needed in our changing world.
Student Life
Student Life
Sage Ridge School was founded on five pillars - Scholarship, Respect, Integrity, Courage & Community - and from the beginning we made character development and the student life component of our school a core priority.
Athletics
Athletics
Sage Ridge Scorpions are not afraid of the mental and physical work required to be Scholar-Athletes. Teams are supportive communities that champion students goals -- whether the goal is to play in college or simply try something new. With 24 sports teams, there is always a game to attend to support our Scorpions!
Arts
Arts
Courage is tangibly evident in both our curricular and extracurricular Arts programs at Sage Ridge. In a school where the Arts will never be cut, we build self-confidence through self-expression and inspire the creative pursuits of the next generation on a daily basis.
Giving
Giving
The generosity of our community allows Sage Ridge School to grow, innovate, and inspire future generations of students. Sage Ridge is incredibly grateful for the supporters that enable us to continue to provide and expand enriching education in the Reno-Tahoe region.
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Reno-Tahoe's Top independent, college-preparatory school for grades 3-12

OUR VISION IS...

The SAGE RIDGE Difference

Love of Learning

Fostering creative thinking and innovative problem-solving

Character at the Core

Embodying Sage Ridge's core values - Scholarship, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Community

Skills that last a Lifetime

Everything about our students' experience prepares them to excel in their college of choice and beyond

Sage Ridge At A Glance

7:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

11

Average Class Size

93%

Average AP Pass Rate Over the Last 5 Years

100%

College Matriculation

24%

of the Student Body Receives Financial Assistance

25

Athletic Teams

76%

Faculty Members with Advanced Degrees

40+

Acres of Campus

LOWER SCHOOL

Grades 3-5

Students start on the path toward independence in an environment emphasizing organization and self-reflection. They are hungry for knowledge and our teachers keep pace with their eagerness through a myriad of techniques that encourage hands-on engagement and critical thinking.

middle SCHOOL

Grades 6-8

Sage Ridge teachers see Middle School as a rich and rewarding time of growth. Our teachers meet the challenges of these years because they possess content knowledge, teaching expertise, and a deep understanding of how to support social-emotional learning.

UPPER SCHOOL

Grades 9-12

Everything about our high school experience prepares students to excel in their college of choice. High school is a time for students to discover their passions while engaging in rigorous critical thinking and gaining mastery of academic disciplines.

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News & Events

Jan 13

Grade-Level 5 Chat with Dr. Hovenic and Ms. Dolan

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM

E.L. Wiegand Student Activity Center, Clemetson Lounge

Jan 14

Grade-Level 12 Chat with Dr. Hovenic and Ms. Dolan

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM

E.L. Wiegand Student Activity Center, Clemetson Lounge

Jan 16

Parent Association General Meeting

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

E.L. Wiegand Student Activity Center, Clemetson Lounge

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