For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,933 students in 89512, NV.
The top-ranked public preschools in 89512, NV are Rita Cannan Elementary School, High Desert Montessori and Bernice Mathews Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 89512 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Nevada public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 89512, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89512, NV Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rita Cannan Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2450 Cannan Street
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 353-5750
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 353-5750
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
High Desert Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Fantastic Dr
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 624-2800
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 624-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Bernice Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2750 Elementary Dr
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 353-5950
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 353-5950
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Dorothy Lemelson S.t.e.m. Academy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Soaring Eagle Dr
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 333-5080
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 333-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Glenn Duncan S.t.e.m. Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Montello St
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 333-5190
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 333-5190
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 89512, NV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 89512, NV include Rita Cannan Elementary School, High Desert Montessori and Bernice Mathews Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 89512?
5 public preschools are located in 89512.
What is the racial composition of students in 89512?
89512 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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