For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,723 students in 89117, NV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89117, NV are Piggott Academy Elementary School, Christensen M J Elementary School and Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89117 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89117, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89117, NV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Piggott Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9601 Red Hills Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 718 students
Rank: #22.
Christensen M J Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9001 Mariner Cove Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4390
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Rank: #33.
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
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
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 89117, NV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 89117, NV include Piggott Academy Elementary School, Christensen M J Elementary School and Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89117?
3 public elementary schools are located in 89117.
What is the racial composition of students in 89117?
89117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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