Best 89511 Nevada Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,163 students in 89511, NV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89511, NV are Ted Hunsberger Elementary School, Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada and Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89511 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89511, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89511, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ted Hunsberger Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2505 Crossbow
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 851-7095
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3725 Butch Cassidy Dr.
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 453-4239
Gr: K-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2500 Homeland Drive
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 851-5620
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Coral Academy Elementary-south
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6155 Neil Rd
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 357-9122
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
405 Surrey Drive
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 849-0255
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Marce Herz Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13455 Thomas Creek Rd
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 851-5629
Gr: 6-8 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #77.
Huffaker Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
980 Wheatland Rd
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 689-2510
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Marvin Picollo Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Foothill Road
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 851-5650
Gr: PK-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 89511, NV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89511, NV include Ted Hunsberger Elementary School, Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada and Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89511?
8 public elementary schools are located in 89511.
What is the racial composition of students in 89511?
89511 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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