For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,379 students in 89701, NV (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 89701, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 89701, NV are Al Seeliger Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School and Carson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89701 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89701, NV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89701, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Al Seeliger Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2800 S. Saliman Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2200
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1511 Firebox Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1200
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Carson High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 N. Saliman Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1600
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1600
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Eagle Valley Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4151 E. Fifth St.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2600
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Empire Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Monte Rosa Dr.
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 283-1100
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 89701, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89701, NV include Al Seeliger Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School and Carson High School.
How many public schools are located in 89701?
5 public schools are located in 89701.
What percentage of students in 89701 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 89701 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89701?
89701 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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