For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,296 students in 89434, NV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89434, NV are Marvin Moss Elementary School, Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89434 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89434, NV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89434, NV Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marvin Moss Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Primio Way
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5507
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5507
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1735 Del Rosa Way
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5730
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5730
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: #33.
Hillside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1250 Peri Ranch Road
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 342-0400
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 342-0400
Grades: PK-5
| 47 students
Rank: #44.
Katherine Dunn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1135 O Callaghan Dr
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5520
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5520
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #55.
Jerry Whitehead Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3570 Waterfall Dr
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 626-5200
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 626-5200
Grades: K-5
| 264 students
Rank: #66.
Lou Mendive Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Whitewood Drive
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5990
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5990
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 89434, NV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89434, NV include Marvin Moss Elementary School, Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89434?
6 public elementary schools are located in 89434.
What is the racial composition of students in 89434?
89434 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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