For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,834 students in 89117, NV (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,865 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in 89117, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89117, NV are Piggott Academy Elementary School, Christensen M J Elementary School and Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89117 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89117, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89117, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Piggott Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9601 Red Hills Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 715 students
Rank: #22.
Christensen M J Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9001 Mariner Cove Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 S Lisa Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89117, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89117, NV include Piggott Academy Elementary School, Christensen M J Elementary School and Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89117?
3 public schools are located in 89117.
What percentage of students in 89117 go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in 89117 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89117?
89117 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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