For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,216 students in 89503, NV (there are 2 private schools, serving 341 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 89503, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89503, NV are Mamie Towles Elementary School, Peavine Elementary School and Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89503 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89503, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89503, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mamie Towles Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2800 Kings Row
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5820
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5820
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Peavine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Grandview Ave
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5840
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5840
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
Rank: #33.
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1295 Wyoming Avenue
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5860
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5860
Grades: 6-8
| 723 students
Rank: #44.
Grace Warner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3075 Heights Drive
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5830
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5830
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #55.
Elmcrest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
855 Mcdonald Dr
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5850
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5850
Grades: K-5
| 319 students
Rank: #66.
Innovations High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
777 West Second Street
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 333-5150
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 333-5150
Grades: 9-12
| 127 students
Rank: n/an/a
Coral Academy Elementary-northwest
Charter School
1595 Sky Mountain Drive
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 323-2332
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 323-2332
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
89503, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Washoe Wolf Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
785 W 6th St
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 333-6100
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 333-6100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89503, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89503, NV include Mamie Towles Elementary School, Peavine Elementary School and Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy.
How many public schools are located in 89503?
7 public schools are located in 89503.
What percentage of students in 89503 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 89503 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89503?
89503 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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