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Best 89502 Nevada Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,127 students in 89502, NV (there are 8 private schools, serving 681 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 89502, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 89502, NV are Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical, Hidden Valley Elementary School and Mariposa Language And Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89502 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89502, NV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89502, NV Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 327-3920
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Hidden Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2115 Alphabet Drive
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Mariposa Language And Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3875 Glen Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 826-4040
Gr: PK-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Libby Booth Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1450 Stewart St
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5140
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Edward L. Pine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Smithridge S.t.e.m. Academy
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2560
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Edwin S. Dodson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4355 Houston Dr
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2530
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #88.
Donner Springs Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5125 Escuela Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2626
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Roger Corbett Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 Villanova Drive
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5180
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Veterans Memorial S.t.e.m. Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Locust Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5090
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1111.
Washoe Inspire Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1155 Corporate Blvd
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3181
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1212.
Echo Loder Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Apple Street
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1313.
Earl Wooster High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1331 East Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 321-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1414.
Academy For Career Education
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Vassar St
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 324-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1515.
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Bresson Avenue
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5160
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1616.
Bailey Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
210 Gentry Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-6767
Gr: K-6 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 89502, NV?
How many public schools are located in 89502?
17 public schools are located in 89502.
What percentage of students in 89502 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 89502 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89502?
89502 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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