For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,857 students in 89147, NV (there are 2 private schools, serving 137 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 89147, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89147, NV are Doral Academy Saddle, Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School and Abston Sandra B Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89147 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89147, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89147, NV Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Saddle
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9625 West Saddle Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 776-6491
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 776-6491
Grades: K-8
| 993 students
Rank: #22.
Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9620 W Twain Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-6030
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-6030
Grades: PK-5
| 531 students
Rank: #33.
Abston Sandra B Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9950 W Tompkins Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2570
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2570
Grades: PK-5
| 727 students
Rank: #44.
Bryan Roger M Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8255 Katie Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-1270
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-1270
Grades: PK-5
| 564 students
Rank: #55.
Spring Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3750 S Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2580
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2580
Grades: 9-12
| 2,668 students
Rank: #66.
Bendorf Patricia A Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3550 S Kevin Way
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-4440
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-4440
Grades: PK-5
| 581 students
Rank: #77.
Lawrence Clifford J Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4410 S Juliano Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2540
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2540
Grades: 6-8
| 1,263 students
Rank: #88.
Kim Frank Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Peace Way
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5990
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5990
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #99.
Diskin P A Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4220 S Ravenwood
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5930
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5930
Grades: PK-5
| 566 students
Rank: #1010.
Beacon Academy Of Nevada
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7360 W. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 726-8600
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 726-8600
Grades: 9-12
| 552 students
89147, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Las Vegas Charter School Of The Deaf (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
10094 Catalina Canyon Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 385-3323
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 385-3323
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89147, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89147, NV include Doral Academy Saddle, Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School and Abston Sandra B Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89147?
10 public schools are located in 89147.
What percentage of students in 89147 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 89147 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89147?
89147 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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