Reno, NV
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 207,192 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Reno's climate is mild, but extreme fluctuations in temperature between day and night are common. The region is prone to slight snow accumulation in the winter months.
Geography
Reno is located in the Truckee Meadows Valley, east of the Sierra Nevada range and Lake Tahoe. The Truckee River passes through the city.
Cultural Attractions
The Riverwalk and California Avenue are lined with galleries, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.
Recreation
The Truckee River Whitewater Park offers kayaking and whitewater rafting right in the city. Golfing and skiing are also available in abundance throughout the Reno area.
Economy
Reno is the birthplace of Harrah's Entertainment, a large casino and resort corporation.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Lower |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Lower |
| Number of elementary schools | 48 |
| Number of middle schools | 22 |
| Number of high schools | 19 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 0 / 0 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galena High School | Reno, NV | Silver | 1,507 |
| Tmcc Magnet High School | Reno, NV | Bronze | 157 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Nevada College | Incline Village, NV | Tier 4, Lib. Arts | 833 |
| University of Nevada--Reno | Reno, NV | Tier 3, Nat. U. | 16,681 |
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