For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 329 students in Alamo, NV.
The top ranked public schools in Alamo, NV are Pahranagat Valley Middle School, Pahranagat Valley Elementary School and Pahranagat Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alamo, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Alamo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alamo, NV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pahranagat Valley Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
158 Main Street
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3321
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3321
Grades: 6-8
| 60 students
Rank: #22.
Pahranagat Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
593 Broadway
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3351
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3351
Grades: PK-5
| 167 students
Rank: #33.
Pahranagat Valley High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
158 Main Street
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3321
Alamo, NV 89001
(775) 725-3321
Grades: 9-12
| 102 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alamo, NV?
The top ranked public schools in Alamo, NV include Pahranagat Valley Middle School, Pahranagat Valley Elementary School and Pahranagat Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Alamo?
3 public schools are located in Alamo.
What is the racial composition of students in Alamo?
Alamo public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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