For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,322 students in 89508, NV.
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 89508 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89508, NV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89508, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michael Inskeep Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18001 Briar Drive
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-3800
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Cold Springs Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18235 Cody Court
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5433
Reno, NV 89508
(775) 677-5433
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89508, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89508, NV include Michael Inskeep Elementary School, Nancy Gomes Elementary School and Cold Springs Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 89508?
3 public schools are located in 89508.
What is the racial composition of students in 89508?
89508 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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