For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,820 students in 89117, NV (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,579 private students). 41% of all K-12 students in 89117, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89117, NV are Piggott Es, Christensen M J Es and Derfelt Herbert A Es. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89117 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Nevada public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 89117, NV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89117, NV Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Piggott Es
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9601 Red Hills Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 702 students
Rank: #22.
Christensen M J Es
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9001 Mariner Cove Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: #33.
Derfelt Herbert A Es
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 S Lisa Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Grades: PK-5
| 588 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89117, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89117, NV include Piggott Es, Christensen M J Es and Derfelt Herbert A Es.
How many public schools are located in 89117, NV?
3 public schools are located in 89117, NV.
What percentage of students in 89117, NV go to public school?
41% of all K-12 students in 89117, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89117, NV?
89117, NV public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
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