Coral Academy Elementary-south

Coral Academy Elementary-South serves 468 students in grades kindergarten through fifth in Reno's affluent 89511 zip code. This public charter school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 27.5:1 with 17 full-time equivalent teachers, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence within Nevada's charter school framework. Academically, the school demonstrates strong performance with 67% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and an impressive 72% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics.

These results contribute to the school's MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and its ranking as the 108th best elementary school out of 696 statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile among Nevada schools. The school draws families from a well-educated community where 50% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $114,653. With a low poverty rate of just 5.8% in the surrounding area, students benefit from the stability that comes with strong family resources and community support.

Located on Neil Road in Reno's large city environment, Coral Academy Elementary-South operates within a neighborhood where median home values of $841,500 reflect the area's desirability and the high expectations families place on educational quality.

The student-teacher ratio at Coral Academy Elementary-south is 27.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Coral Academy Elementary-south is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.