For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 202 students in 89042, NV.
The top ranked public elementary school in 89042, NV is Panaca Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 89042 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89042, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89042, NV Public Elementary 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 89042, NV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89042, NV include Panaca Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89042?
1 public elementary schools are located in 89042.
What is the racial composition of students in 89042?
89042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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