For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,205 students in 89503, NV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89503, NV are Mamie Towles Elementary School, Peavine Elementary School and Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89503 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89503, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89503, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mamie Towles Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 Kings Row
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5820
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5820
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Peavine Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1601 Grandview Ave
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5840
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5840
Gr: PK-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1295 Wyoming Avenue
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5860
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5860
Gr: 6-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Grace Warner Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3075 Heights Drive
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5830
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5830
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Elmcrest Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
855 Mcdonald Dr
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5850
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 746-5850
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Coral Academy Elementary-northwest
Charter School
1595 Sky Mountain Dr
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 418-1115
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 418-1115
Gr: K-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 89503, NV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89503, NV include Mamie Towles Elementary School, Peavine Elementary School and Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 89503.
What is the racial composition of students in 89503?
89503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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