For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 638 students in Minden, NV.
The top ranked public preschools in Minden, NV are Pinon Hills Elementary School and Minden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Minden, NV public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nevada public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Minden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschool average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Minden, NV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pinon Hills Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1479 Stephanie Way
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Grades: PK-5
| 252 students
Rank: #22.
Minden Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1170 Baler Street
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5510
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5510
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Minden, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1701 Lucerne St
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 783-9002
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 783-9002
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Minden, NV?
The top ranked public preschools in Minden, NV include Pinon Hills Elementary School and Minden Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Minden?
2 public preschools are located in Minden.
What is the racial composition of students in Minden?
Minden public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public preschools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Minden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Minden include: Pinon Hills Elementary School vs. Minden Elementary School, Minden Elementary School vs. Pinon Hills Elementary School
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