For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,726 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 38% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89117, NV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89117, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piggott Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Christensen M J Elementary School
(Math: 28% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Derfelt Herbert A Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 S Lisa Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 799-4370
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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