For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 13,434 students in 89121, NV (there are 3 private schools, serving 186 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 89121, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89121, NV are Mater Mountain Vista, Ferron William E Elementary School and Nv Rise Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89121 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89121, NV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89121, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mater Mountain Vista
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3445 Mountain Vista Street
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 485-2400
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 485-2400
Gr: PK-8 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 55:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Ferron William E Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4225 El Oro Street
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7720
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7720
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Nv Rise Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Emerson Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 489-4886
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 489-4886
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Nv Learning Academy J-shs
(Math: 9% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3050 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 855-8435
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 855-8435
Gr: 6-12 | 3,204 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Nv Learning Academy Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3050 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-6852
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-6852
Gr: PK-5 | 1,204 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Harris George E Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3850 E. Twain Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7750
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7750
Gr: PK-5 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Ullom J M Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4869 E Sun Valley Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7780
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7780
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Beckley Will Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3223 S Glenhurst
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7700
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Woodbury C W Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3875 E Harmon Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7660
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7660
Gr: 6-8 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1010.
Mack Jerome Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4250 Karen Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-2005
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-2005
Gr: 6-8 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Dearing Laura Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3046 S Ferndale
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7710
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7710
Gr: PK-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1212.
Miller John F
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3840 Pecos Mcleod Interconnect
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7401
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7401
Gr: PK-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1313.
Chaparral High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Annie Oakley Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7580
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-7580
Gr: 9-12 | 2,242 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Elementary School
Special Education School
3656 S. Pecos-mcleod Interconn
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-8692
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-8692
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Young Women's Leadership Academy Of Las Vegas
Charter School
3415 S Mojave Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 931-9972
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 931-9972
Gr: 6-10 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 71:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
89121, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3050 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 855-8435
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 855-8435
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Continuation School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2832 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Gr: 7-12
Detention Prog High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2832 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Gr: 8-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Freedom Prog Impact - Alternative Middle School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2832 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Gr: 7-9 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Richardson Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2832 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 799-5310
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89121, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89121, NV include Mater Mountain Vista, Ferron William E Elementary School and Nv Rise Academy Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 89121?
16 public schools are located in 89121.
What percentage of students in 89121 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 89121 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89121?
89121 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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