For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 977 students in Overton, NV.
The top ranked public schools in Overton, NV are Lyon Mack Middle School and Moapa Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Overton, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Overton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Overton, NV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyon Mack Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
179 S Andersen
Overton, NV 89040
(702) 397-8610
Overton, NV 89040
(702) 397-8610
Grades: 6-8
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
Moapa Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 St Joseph St
Overton, NV 89040
(702) 397-2611
Overton, NV 89040
(702) 397-2611
Grades: 9-12
| 573 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Overton, NV?
The top ranked public schools in Overton, NV include Lyon Mack Middle School and Moapa Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Overton?
2 public schools are located in Overton.
What is the racial composition of students in Overton?
Overton public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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