Summary:
The 89506 zip code area of Reno, Nevada is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Washoe County School District. While the district is ranked 4 out of 12 in Nevada and has a 4-star rating, the schools in this area demonstrate a mix of academic performance, with a few standout schools and several facing significant challenges.
Silver Lake Elementary and Alice Smith Elementary are the top-performing schools in the area, ranking 254 and 292 out of 379 Nevada elementary schools, respectively. These schools outperform the county and state averages in both math and reading proficiency. In contrast, Sierra Nevada Academy Charter has the lowest math proficiency at just 8.8%. The area's only high school, North Valleys High School, has a low statewide ranking but a notable 81.6% four-year graduation rate.
Across the schools, there are several concerning trends, including uniformly high chronic absenteeism rates, with all schools reporting 26.6% in 2024-2025, and high rates of free or reduced-price lunch eligibility, with 6 out of 8 schools having 100% of their students qualifying. These factors likely contribute to the stark performance gaps observed between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the area. Addressing these systemic challenges will be crucial for improving educational opportunities and outcomes for students in the 89506 zip code.
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