For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,411 students in 89508, NV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89508, NV are Michael Inskeep Elementary School, Nancy Gomes Elementary School and Cold Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89508 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89508, NV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89508, NV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Michael Inskeep Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18001 Briar Drive
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-3800
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #22.
Nancy Gomes Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3870 Limkin Street
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5440
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5440
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Rank: #33.
Cold Springs Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18235 Cody Court
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5433
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5433
Grades: 6-8
| 651 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 89508, NV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89508, NV include Michael Inskeep Elementary School, Nancy Gomes Elementary School and Cold Springs Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89508?
3 public elementary schools are located in 89508.
What is the racial composition of students in 89508?
89508 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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