Best Public Schools in Reno, NV

The city of Reno, Nevada is home to 78 schools, including 47 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, 16 high schools, and 4 alternative schools, all part of the Washoe County School District. The district is ranked 4 out of 12 in the state of Nevada and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Some of the standout schools in the area include Doral Academy of Northern Nevada, a public charter elementary/middle school that ranks 9th out of 384 Nevada elementary schools, and Ted Hunsberger Elementary, a public elementary school that ranks 6th out of 384 Nevada elementary schools. Other high-performing schools include Caughlin Ranch Elementary, Jessie Beck Elementary, Coral Academy High School, and Tmcc Magnet School. However, the district also has several low-performing schools, such as E. Otis Vaughn Middle School and Echo Loder Elementary, which have only 8-25% of students proficient in math and reading.

The schools in Reno have a diverse racial makeup, with Hispanic students making up the largest group and white students making up the second-largest group. Many of the schools also have high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement. The data suggests that factors beyond just funding and resources, such as school leadership, curriculum, and teaching quality, play a significant role in driving student success in the Washoe County School District.