This was 3.1 percent lower than the state average of 33.9 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 11,432.
90.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Gardnerville Ranchos for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 758 | 9.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 2,245 | 27.4 |
| GED or alternative credential | 455 | 5.6 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 688 | 8.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 1,513 | 18.5 |
| Associate's degree | 932 | 11.4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,260 | 15.4 |
| Master's degree | 251 | 3.1 |
| Professional school degree | 57 | 0.7 |
| Doctorate degree | 20 | 0.2 |
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