Top 5 Best 89521 Nevada Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,937 students in 89521, NV (there are 5 private schools, serving 228 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 89521, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89521, NV are Nick Poulakidas Elementary School, Brown Elementary School and Kendyl Depoali Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89521 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nevada public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 89521, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89521, NV Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nick Poulakidas Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9600 Mojave Sky Dr
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6570
Grades: PK-5
| 845 students
Rank: #22.
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
13815 Spelling Court
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
Rank: #33.
Kendyl Depoali Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9300 Wilbur May Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Grades: 6-8
| 864 students
Rank: #44.
Damonte Ranch High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10500 Rio Wrangler Pkwy
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 851-5656
Grades: 9-12
| 1,937 students
Rank: #55.
Double Diamond Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1200 South Meadows Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 850-6212
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #66.
Nevada Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
555 Double Eagle Court Suite 2
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 826-4200
Grades: K-12
| 1,114 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 89521 Nevada

89521, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9300 Wilbur May Parkway
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 852-6700
Grades: PK
| 24 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 89521, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89521, NV include Nick Poulakidas Elementary School, Brown Elementary School and Kendyl Depoali Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 89521, NV?
6 public schools are located in 89521, NV.
What percentage of students in 89521, NV go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 89521, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89521, NV?
89521, NV public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

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