Top 10 Best 89502 Nevada Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 7,970 students in 89502, NV (there are 8 private schools, serving 667 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 89502, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89502, NV are Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical, Hidden Valley Elementary School and Mariposa Language And Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89502 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89502, NV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89502, NV Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 327-3920
Grades: 9-12
| 530 students
Rank: #22.
Hidden Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2115 Alphabet Drive
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 228 students
Rank: #33.
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3875 Glen Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 826-4040
Grades: PK-5
| 179 students
Rank: #44.
North Star Online School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5450 Riggins Courst Ste. #6
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 353-6900
Grades: K-12
| 656 students
Rank: #55.
Libby Booth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1450 Stewart St
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5140
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #66.
Edward L. Pine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2550
Grades: 6-8
| 835 students
Rank: #77.
Edwin S. Dodson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4355 Houston Dr
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2530
Grades: PK-5
| 235 students
Rank: #88.
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2560
Grades: PK-5
| 506 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Roger Corbett Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 Villanova Drive
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5180
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Locust Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5090
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #1111.
Donner Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5125 Escuela Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2626
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #1212.
Echo Loder Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Apple Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2540
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #1313.
Earl Wooster High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1331 East Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 321-3160
Grades: 9-12
| 1,509 students
Rank: #1414.
Washoe Inspire Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1155 Corporate Blvd
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3181
Grades: 6-12
| 148 students
Rank: #1515.
Academy For Career Education
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Vassar St
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 324-3900
Grades: 9-12
| 236 students
Rank: #1616.
Bailey Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
210 Gentry Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-6767
Grades: K-6
| 177 students
Rank: #1717.
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Bresson Avenue
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5160
Grades: 6-8
| 668 students
Rank: n/an/a
Child Find
Special Education School
240 S Rock Blvd Ste 101
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 327-0685
Grades: PK
| 211 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rise Academy For Adult Achievement
Alternative School
Magnet School
1301 Cordone Ave
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 337-9939
Grades: AE
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 89502 Nevada

89502, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1301 Cordone Avenue
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 337-9939
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 861-4418
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1331 East Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
1201 Corporate Dr. Ste. 100
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3025
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1331 East Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 75 students
1195 Corporate Blvd Suite C
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-1544
Grades: 9-12
| 194 students
1050 Bible Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-8555
Grades: 9-12
| 167 students
1325 Corporate Blvd Ste D
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-9401
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1255 Mill Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 238-2777
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 89502, NV?
How many public schools are located in 89502?
19 public schools are located in 89502.
What percentage of students in 89502 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 89502 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89502?
89502 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).

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