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Best 89502 Nevada Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 4,942 students in 89502, NV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89502, NV are Hidden Valley Elementary School, Mariposa Language And Learning Academy and Libby Booth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89502 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89502, NV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89502, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #8 - 98. - 9.
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: #8 - 98. - 9.
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: #1010.
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: #1111.
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: #1212.
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: #1313.
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 elementary schools in 89502, NV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89502, NV include Hidden Valley Elementary School, Mariposa Language And Learning Academy and Libby Booth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89502?
14 public elementary schools are located in 89502.
What is the racial composition of students in 89502?
89502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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