For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 444 students in 89042, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89042, NV are Panaca Elementary School, Meadow Valley Middle School and Lincoln County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89042 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89042, NV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89042, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Panaca Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 East Edwards
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4446
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4446
Grades: PK-6
| 202 students
Rank: #22.
Meadow Valley Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
91 N 4th Street
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4655
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4655
Grades: 7-8
| 82 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 East Edwards Street
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4481
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4481
Grades: 9-12
| 160 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln County Adult Corrections
Alternative School
1005 Main St. Suite 108
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-8019
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-8019
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89042, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89042, NV include Panaca Elementary School, Meadow Valley Middle School and Lincoln County High School.
How many public schools are located in 89042?
4 public schools are located in 89042.
What is the racial composition of students in 89042?
89042 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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