Best 89511 Nevada Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,044 students in 89511, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89511, NV are Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada, Marce Herz Middle School and Marvin Picollo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 89511 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89511, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89511, NV Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 middle schools in 89511, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89511, NV include Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada, Marce Herz Middle School and Marvin Picollo Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 89511?
3 public middle schools are located in 89511.
What is the racial composition of students in 89511?
89511 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

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