For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,973 students in 89002, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89002, NV are College Of So Nv High School South, Smalley James E & A Rae Elementary School and Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89002 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89002, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89002, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Of So Nv High School South
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 College Dr
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 651-3080
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 651-3080
Gr: 11-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Smalley James E & A Rae Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
304 E Paradise Hills Dr
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8090
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8090
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 Scholar St
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-0570
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-0570
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Mannion Jack & Terry Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 E Paradise Hills Dr
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-3020
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-3020
Gr: 6-8 | 1,390 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Dooley John Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1940 Chickasaw Dr
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8060
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8060
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Foothill High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 College Dr
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-3500
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,362 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Galloway Fay Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Skyline Rd
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8920
Henderson, NV 89002
(702) 799-8920
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89002, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89002, NV include College Of So Nv High School South, Smalley James E & A Rae Elementary School and Walker J Marlan Int'l School Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89002?
7 public schools are located in 89002.
What is the racial composition of students in 89002?
89002 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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