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Best Carson City Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,484 students in Carson City, NV (there are 3 private schools, serving 457 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Carson City, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Carson City, NV are Al Seeliger Elementary School, Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carson City, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Carson City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Carson City (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Al Seeliger Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2800 S. Saliman Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
504 Bath St.
Carson City, NV 89703
(775) 283-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2111 Carriage Crest Dr.
Carson City, NV 89706
(775) 283-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Carson Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2263 Mouton Dr.
Carson City, NV 89706
(775) 887-9500
Gr: K-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Carson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1140 W. King St.
Carson City, NV 89703
(775) 283-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1511 Firebox Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Bordewich/bray Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
110 S. Thompson St.
Carson City, NV 89703
(775) 283-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #88.
Carson High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1111 N. Saliman Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1600
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #99.
Eagle Valley Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4151 E. Fifth St.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1010.
Empire Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1260 Monte Rosa Dr.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Carson City, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in Carson City, NV include Al Seeliger Elementary School, Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Carson City?
14 public schools are located in Carson City.
What percentage of students in Carson City go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Carson City are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Carson City?
Carson City public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Carson City are often viewed compared to one another?

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