For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,873 students in 89502, NV.
The top-ranked public high schools in 89502, NV are Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical, Washoe Inspire Academy and Earl Wooster High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 89502 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Nevada public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 89502, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 89502 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Nevada average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nevada or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89502, NV Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 327-3920
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 327-3920
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Washoe Inspire Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Corporate Blvd
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3181
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3181
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Earl Wooster High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1331 East Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 321-3160
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 321-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Academy For Career Education
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Vassar St
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 324-3900
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 324-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 89502, NV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 89502, NV include Academy Of Arts Careers & Technical, Washoe Inspire Academy and Earl Wooster High School.
How many public high schools are located in 89502?
5 public high schools are located in 89502.
What is the racial composition of students in 89502?
89502 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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