For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,182 students in 89119, NV (there are 3 private schools, serving 668 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 89119, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89119, NV are Rowe Lewis E Elementary School, Ward Gene Elementary School and Dailey Jack Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89119 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89119, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89119, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rowe Lewis E Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4338 S Bruce St
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5540
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5540
Grades: PK-5
| 588 students
Rank: #22.
Ward Gene Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1555 E Hacienda Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5650
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5650
Grades: PK-5
| 612 students
Rank: #33.
Dailey Jack Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2001 E Reno Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5690
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5690
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #44.
Girls Empowerment Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4220 S. Maryland Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 672-6386
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 672-6386
Grades: 6-8
| 92 students
Rank: #55.
Paradise Prof Dev Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 Cottage Grove Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5660
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5660
Grades: PK-5
| 476 students
Rank: #66.
Orr William E Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1562 E Katie Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5573
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 799-5573
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
Rank: n/an/a
Slam Arizona Inc.
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
305 E Main Street
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 431-6260
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 431-6260
Grades: K-5
| 56 students
89119, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clark County Team Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
3909 Maryland Pkwy, Suite 205
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 792-5800
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 792-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 293 students
Renaissance Academy (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1055 E Tropicana Ave Ste 225
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 425-8802
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 425-8802
Grades: K-12
| 479 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89119, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89119, NV include Rowe Lewis E Elementary School, Ward Gene Elementary School and Dailey Jack Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89119?
7 public schools are located in 89119.
What percentage of students in 89119 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 89119 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89119?
89119 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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