Best 89502 Nevada Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,982 students in 89502, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89502, NV are Edward L. Pine Middle School, Washoe Inspire Academy and E. Otis Vaughn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 89502 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89502, NV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89502, NV Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward L. Pine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 689-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Washoe Inspire Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1155 Corporate Blvd
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 857-3181
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Bresson Avenue
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 333-5160
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 89502, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89502, NV include Edward L. Pine Middle School, Washoe Inspire Academy and E. Otis Vaughn Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 89502?
4 public middle schools are located in 89502.
What is the racial composition of students in 89502?
89502 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

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