For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 460 students in 89460, NV.
The top-ranked public middle school in 89460, NV is Pau Wa Lu Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 89460 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89460, NV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89460, NV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pau Wa Lu Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Long Valley Rd
Gardnerville, NV 89460
(775) 265-6100
Gardnerville, NV 89460
(775) 265-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 89460, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89460, NV include Pau Wa Lu Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 89460?
1 public middle schools are located in 89460.
What is the racial composition of students in 89460?
89460 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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