For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,785 students in Boulder City, NV (there are 1 private school, serving 50 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Boulder City, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Boulder City, NV are Boulder City High School, Garrett Elton M Junior High School and King Martha P Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Boulder City, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Boulder City have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Boulder City, NV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Boulder City High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Fifth St
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8200
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8200
Grades: 9-12
| 665 students
Rank: #22.
Garrett Elton M Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Ave G
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8290
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8290
Grades: 6-8
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
King Martha P Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
888 Adams Blvd
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8260
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8260
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mitchell Andrew Elementary School
Magnet School
900 Ave B
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8280
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 799-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Boulder City, NV?
The top ranked public schools in Boulder City, NV include Boulder City High School, Garrett Elton M Junior High School and King Martha P Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Boulder City?
4 public schools are located in Boulder City.
What percentage of students in Boulder City go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Boulder City are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Boulder City?
Boulder City public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Boulder City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Boulder City include: Mitchell Andrew Elementary School vs. King Martha P Elementary School, King Martha P Elementary School vs. Mitchell Andrew Elementary School, Garrett Elton M Junior High School vs. King Martha P Elementary School
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