For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,224 students in 89147, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89147, NV are Doral Academy Saddle and Lawrence Clifford J Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 89147 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89147, NV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89147, NV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Saddle
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9625 West Saddle Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 776-6491
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 776-6491
Gr: K-8 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Clifford J Junior High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4410 S Juliano Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2540
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2540
Gr: 6-8 | 1,227 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 89147, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89147, NV include Doral Academy Saddle and Lawrence Clifford J Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 89147?
2 public middle schools are located in 89147.
What is the racial composition of students in 89147?
89147 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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