For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,811 students in 89521, NV (there are 5 private schools, serving 226 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 89521, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89521, NV are Nick Poulakidas Elementary School, Brown Elementary School and Kendyl Depoali Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89521 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89521, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89521, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nick Poulakidas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9600 Mojave Sky Dr
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6570
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6570
Grades: PK-5
| 868 students
Rank: #22.
Brown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13815 Spelling Court
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5600
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 676 students
Rank: #33.
Kendyl Depoali Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9300 Wilbur May Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Grades: 6-8
| 834 students
Rank: #44.
Damonte Ranch High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10500 Rio Wrangler Pkwy
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5656
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5656
Grades: 9-12
| 1,910 students
Rank: #55.
Double Diamond Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 South Meadows Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 850-6212
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 850-6212
Grades: PK-5
| 523 students
Rank: #66.
Nevada Connections Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
555 Double Eagle Court Suite 2
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 826-4200
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 826-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,000 students
Rank: n/an/a
10600 Green Pasture Dr
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 348-0200
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 348-0200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
89521, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9300 Wilbur May Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Grades: PK
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89521, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89521, NV include Nick Poulakidas Elementary School, Brown Elementary School and Kendyl Depoali Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 89521?
7 public schools are located in 89521.
What percentage of students in 89521 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 89521 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89521?
89521 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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