For the 2026 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 47% (versus the Nevada public pre school average of 34%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinon Hills Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1479 Stephanie Way
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 267-3622
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Minden Elementary School
(Math: 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
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Minden, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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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