Best 89423 Nevada Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,228 students in 89423, NV (there are 2 private schools, serving 115 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 89423, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 89423, NV are Pinon Hills Elementary School, Minden Elementary School and Douglas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89423 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89423, NV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89423, NV Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinon Hills Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1479 Stephanie Way
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Minden Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1170 Baler Street
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5510
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Douglas High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1670 Hwy 88
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,510 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Aspire Academy High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Douglas Nevada Online
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1680 Bently Parkway
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1480
Gr: 6-8 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Alt School
Alternative School
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 392-1475
Gr: 4-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 89423 Nevada

89423, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 Lucerne St
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 783-9002
Gr: 7-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 89423, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89423, NV include Pinon Hills Elementary School, Minden Elementary School and Douglas High School.
How many public schools are located in 89423?
6 public schools are located in 89423.
What percentage of students in 89423 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 89423 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89423?
89423 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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