Pyramid Lake Schools facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pyramid Lake Jr./Sr. High School |
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Pyramid Lake Schools from above
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711 State Street,
Nixon, NV 89424 United States
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| Type | Public |
| Principal | Mark Zimmerman |
| Teaching staff | 36 |
| Grades | 7-12 |
| Enrollment | 138 (2023-2024) |
| Website | www.pyramidlakeschools.com |
Pyramid Lake Schools also known as Pyramid Lake Jr. Sr. High School (PLJSHS) is a school for students aged 12-18. It is located Nixon, Nevada, within the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation. The school is a very important place for the local community.
History
Pyramid Lake Schools has a unique history and plays an important role in its community. The current school building opened its doors in the fall of 2000. Before this, classes were held in temporary buildings called "double-wide trailers." There were three of these trailers. A building owned by the tribe served as the gymnasium. The opening of the new building was an exciting time for the school and its students.
What is the school's mission?
The school helps students grow in every way. It cares about good grades, good character, and staying healthy. Teachers and staff work hard to support every student. They celebrate students who try hard or are kind with a "Student of the Month" award.
What is school life like?
The school blends important academic subjects with local cultural traditions and values. Teachers prepare students for major tests and for all kinds of future success, whether that's entering a career, joining the military, or going to college. Through a special partnership called the JumpStart program with Truckee Meadows Community College, students can even take college classes and work toward an Associate Degree while still in high school.
Sports are a big part of school life at Pyramid Lake. Students are proud to be Lakers. Sports, especially basketball, are a big deal here. Games are exciting events where everyone cheers for their teams. The school also holds fun community events, like a Back to School BBQ, where families can meet and have fun together.
Staff
As of 2025, the school has about 36 employees.
Students
The school primarily serves students who are members of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe or who live within the tribe's reservation. Before the new building opened in 2000, about 77 students attended the school. In the 2023-2024 school year, about 138 students attended the school.
