For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,447 students in 89423, NV (there are 2 private schools, serving 115 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 89423, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89423, NV are Pinon Hills Elementary School, Douglas High School and Minden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89423 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89423, NV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89423, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pinon Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1479 Stephanie Way
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
Rank: #22.
Douglas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1670 Hwy 88
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5136
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5136
Grades: 9-12
| 1,643 students
Rank: #33.
Minden Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1170 Baler Street
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5510
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5510
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #44.
Douglas Nevada Online
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1680 Bently Parkway
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1480
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1480
Grades: 6-12
| 53 students
Rank: #55.
Aspire Academy High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: #66.
Lake Granbury Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Crossland Rd
Minden, NV 89423
(817) 579-0852
Minden, NV 89423
(817) 579-0852
Grades: 7-12
| 41 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alt School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Grades: 4-12
| 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Douglas County Adult School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Grades: AE
| n/a students
89423, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sierra Crest Academy (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1701 Lucerne St
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 783-9002
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 783-9002
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89423, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89423, NV include Pinon Hills Elementary School, Douglas High School and Minden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89423?
8 public schools are located in 89423.
What percentage of students in 89423 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 89423 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89423?
89423 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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