For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,446 students in 89048, NV.
The top ranked public high schools in 89048, NV are Pahrump Valley High School and Pathways High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 89048 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Nevada public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 89048, NV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 89048 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Nevada average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pahrump Valley High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nevada or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89048, NV Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pahrump Valley High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 E Calvada Blvd
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Grades: 9-12
| 1,349 students
Rank: #22.
Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Mt. Charleston Drive
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
89048, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pahrump Early Childhood Special Education Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
900 E. Jackrabbit A
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-4014
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-4014
Grades: PK
| 37 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 89048, NV?
The top ranked public high schools in 89048, NV include Pahrump Valley High School and Pathways High School.
How many public high schools are located in 89048?
2 public high schools are located in 89048.
What is the racial composition of students in 89048?
89048 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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