6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sparks, Nevada

38 schools · 27 Elementary · 5 Middle · 5 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 35

Private: 3

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 5%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $92,553
Median home value: $452,520
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Sparks compares

Nevada rank

#15 of 35

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Nevada avg (6.2)

Median household income

$93k

118% of Nevada median

Schools in this city

37

About Schools in Sparks, Nevada

Sparks, Nevada gives parents 35 ranked public schools to evaluate, with an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 across the city. That average sits in solid mid-tier territory, and the distribution is genuinely encouraging: 17 schools — nearly half the city — score 7 or above. Parents have real options here, not just a handful of standouts surrounded by underperformers.

The elementary tier leads the city. Florence Drake Elementary and Bud Beasley Elementary both earn 9.3 out of 10, the highest scores in Sparks. Marvin Moss Elementary, Spanish Springs Elementary, and John Bohach Elementary School follow closely at 9.2 each. Five elementary schools clustered between 9.2 and 9.3 signals consistent instructional quality at the grade school level — a meaningful advantage for families with younger children who want to establish a strong academic foundation before middle and high school.

The 49% rate of schools scoring 7 or better is the key number for parents mapping out neighborhoods. It means that roughly one in two Sparks public schools clears a meaningful performance threshold, giving families reasonable confidence that a good school is accessible without requiring a long commute or a private school budget. The gap between the city average (6.7) and the top performers (9.3) is wide, so exact school assignment still matters — two families a mile apart may land in very different situations.

Practically speaking, parents relocating to Sparks should identify their likely attendance zone early and cross-reference school scores before committing to a neighborhood. The concentration of high-scoring elementaries in the city creates genuine upside for families who do that homework. Sparks is part of the Washoe County School District, so boundary and enrollment option details run through the district directly. Use the school profiles on MySchoolScout to filter by grade level, score threshold, and proximity, then verify current attendance boundaries with the district before finalizing any address decision.

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Filter by ZIP: 89431 (12) 89434 (9) 89436 (8) 89441 (5) 89433 (4)

Elementary Schools

27 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MARVIN MOSS ELEMENTARY 333 students · Pre-K–5th	333	Pre-K–5th	9.1
2	FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY 247 students · Pre-K–5th	247	Pre-K–5th	8.9
3	SPANISH SPRINGS ELEMENTARY 463 students · Pre-K–5th	463	Pre-K–5th	8.8
4	BUD BEASLEY ELEMENTARY 626 students · Pre-K–5th	626	Pre-K–5th	8.8
5	LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY 375 students · Kindergarten–5th	375	Kindergarten–5th	8.7
6	JOHN BOHACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 835 students · Kindergarten–5th	835	Kindergarten–5th	8.7
7	KATE SMITH ELEMENTARY 190 students · Kindergarten–5th	190	Kindergarten–5th	8.5
8	ALICE MAXWELL ELEMENTARY 392 students · Pre-K–5th	392	Pre-K–5th	8.2
9	VAN GORDER ELEMENTARY 558 students · Pre-K–5th	558	Pre-K–5th	8.1
10	KATHERINE DUNN ELEMENTARY 460 students · Pre-K–5th	460	Pre-K–5th	7.8
11	MIGUEL SEPULVEDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 551 students · Pre-K–5th	551	Pre-K–5th	7.6
12	LLOYD DIEDRICHSEN ELEMENTARY 339 students · Kindergarten–5th	339	Kindergarten–5th	7.4
13	Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada 997 students · Kindergarten–8th	997	Kindergarten–8th	7.3
14	JESSE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 456 students · Pre-K–5th	456	Pre-K–5th	7.3
15	LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY 417 students · Pre-K–5th	417	Pre-K–5th	7.0
16	GREENBRAE ELEMENTARY 334 students · Pre-K–5th	334	Pre-K–5th	6.8
17	ALYCE TAYLOR ELEMENTARY 439 students · Pre-K–5th	439	Pre-K–5th	5.9
18	VIRGINIA PALMER ELEMENTARY 408 students · Pre-K–5th	408	Pre-K–5th	5.5
19	LOIS ALLEN ELEMENTARY 446 students · Pre-K–5th	446	Pre-K–5th	5.3
20	SUN VALLEY ELEMENTARY 482 students · Kindergarten–5th	482	Kindergarten–5th	5.2
21	ESTHER BENNETT ELEMENTARY 557 students · Pre-K–5th	557	Pre-K–5th	5.1
22	Hillside Elementary School 43 students · Pre-K–5th	43	Pre-K–5th	5.0
23	JERRY WHITEHEAD ELEMENTARY 230 students · Kindergarten–5th	230	Kindergarten–5th	5.0
24	AGNES RISLEY ELEMENTARY 354 students · Pre-K–5th	354	Pre-K–5th	4.7
25	ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY 290 students · Kindergarten–5th	290	Kindergarten–5th	4.7

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Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	IMAGINATION STATION Private 32 students · Kindergarten–2nd	32	Kindergarten–2nd	Not Rated
2	PEBBLES PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Private 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	11	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	YVONNE SHAW MIDDLE SCHOOL 745 students · 6th–8th	745	6th–8th	8.1
2	SKY RANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,339 students · 6th–8th	1,339	6th–8th	7.7
3	GEORGE L. DILWORTH S.T.E.M ACADEMY 598 students · 6th–8th	598	6th–8th	5.5
4	SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL 606 students · 6th–8th	606	6th–8th	4.1
5	LOU MENDIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL 902 students · 6th–8th	902	6th–8th	3.9

High Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	EDWARD C. REED HIGH SCHOOL 2,119 students · 9th–12th	2,119	9th–12th	6.4
2	SPANISH SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 2,060 students · 9th–12th	2,060	9th–12th	6.4
3	PROCTER R. HUG HIGH SCHOOL 2,091 students · 9th–12th	2,091	9th–12th	5.2
4	SPARKS HIGH SCHOOL 1,278 students · 9th–12th	1,278	9th–12th	4.8
5	Alpine Academy High School 157 students · 9th–12th	157	9th–12th	3.7

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	EXCEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 204 students · Pre-K–12th	204	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Sparks

Sparks, Nevada · 38 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes

Median Income

$92,553

Median Home Value

$452,520

Median Rent

$1,684/mo

Population

154,030

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Community Profile

Sparks has a median household income of $92,553. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $452,520, with a median rent of $1,684/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Nevada
Total Schools: 38
Elementary: 27
Middle: 5
High: 5
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

State Sponsored Charter Schools

81 schools · 61,883 students

Storey

4 schools · 400 students

Washoe County

115 schools · 63,777 students

Nearby Cities

Sun Valley (1 school)

Virginia City (3 schools)

19 mi

Dayton (5 schools)

24 mi

Incline Village (4 schools)

25 mi

Carson City (17 schools)

Silver Springs (4 schools)

27 mi

Fernley (4 schools)

26 mi

Other Major Cities in Nevada

Top metros statewide by school count.

Las Vegas 360 schools Henderson 68 schools N. Las Vegas 44 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sparks, Nevada

How many schools are in Sparks, Nevada?

Sparks has 38 schools, including 35 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sparks, Nevada?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sparks is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sparks, Nevada?

The top-ranked school in Sparks on MySchoolScout is Marvin Moss Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sparks, Nevada?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sparks on MySchoolScout is Marvin Moss Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Sparks, Nevada?

The top-ranked middle school in Sparks on MySchoolScout is Yvonne Shaw Middle School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best high school in Sparks, Nevada?

The top-ranked high school in Sparks on MySchoolScout is Edward C. Reed High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Sparks, Nevada?

Sparks is served by 3 school districts: State Sponsored Charter Schools, Storey, Washoe County.

What is the education level in Sparks, Nevada?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Sparks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sparks, Nevada?

The median household income in Sparks is approximately $92,553 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sparks, Nevada?

Yes, Sparks has 3 private schools alongside 35 public schools. The top-rated private school is Excel Christian School with a score of 6.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sparks, Nevada?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sparks is 18.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sparks, Nevada?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.