For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,275 students in 89145, NV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89145, NV are Jacobson Walter Elementary School, Smith Helen M Elementary School and Johnson Walter Jhs Academy Of Int'l Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89145 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89145, NV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89145, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacobson Walter Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8400 Boseck Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4320
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Smith Helen M Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7101 Pinedale Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4300
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Walter Jhs Academy Of Int'l Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7701 Ducharme Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4480
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4480
Gr: 6-8 | 1,329 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 89145, NV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89145, NV include Jacobson Walter Elementary School, Smith Helen M Elementary School and Johnson Walter Jhs Academy Of Int'l Studies.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89145?
3 public elementary schools are located in 89145.
What is the racial composition of students in 89145?
89145 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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