For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 151 students in 89008, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89008, NV are Caliente Elementary School and C O Bastian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89008 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89008, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89008, NV Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caliente Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
289 Lincoln Street
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-3772
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-3772
Gr: PK-6 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
C O Bastian High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Youth Center Drive
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-8250
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-8250
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
89008, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lincoln County Alternative High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
500 Youth Center Drive
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-8250
Caliente, NV 89008
(775) 726-8250
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89008, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89008, NV include Caliente Elementary School and C O Bastian High School.
How many public schools are located in 89008?
2 public schools are located in 89008.
What is the racial composition of students in 89008?
89008 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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